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as in arbitrary
exercising power or authority without interference by others
Russia's absolute monarchy effectively ceased to be when Czar Nicholas II promised to share power with a legislative body
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as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
ironing is an absolute bore I want the absolute truth
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as in perfect
being entirely without fault or flaw
a formal living room decorated with absolute taste
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as in pure
free from added matter
absolute alcohol
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as in conclusive
serving to put an end to all debate or questioning
absolute proof of her innocence
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Recent Examples of absolute
To have Fluffy, Diego, Stephanie and Ron bring this amazing world to life is an absolute dream.
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Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 7 May 2026
Rankings points would also stay the same, meaning that players who pursue a boycott could face a serious hit — and the repercussions for other competitions would add another reason for any possible collective action to require something close to absolute unity.
—Ava Wallace, New York Times, 7 May 2026
In that sense, every measurement is important, with the absolute strength of the gravitational force representing one of the most fundamental pursuits of all.
—Big Think, 6 May 2026
Beyond the absolute chart setup, GS has also formed a bullish relative pattern versus XLF itself.
—Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 6 May 2026
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Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 7 May 2026
Rankings points would also stay the same, meaning that players who pursue a boycott could face a serious hit — and the repercussions for other competitions would add another reason for any possible collective action to require something close to absolute unity.
—Ava Wallace, New York Times, 7 May 2026
In that sense, every measurement is important, with the absolute strength of the gravitational force representing one of the most fundamental pursuits of all.
—Big Think, 6 May 2026
Beyond the absolute chart setup, GS has also formed a bullish relative pattern versus XLF itself.
—Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absolute
Adjective
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The fundamental processes governing brain health — genetics, neural and synaptic plasticity, and neuroinflammation — do not respect the arbitrary boundaries drawn between neurology and psychiatry.—
Eric J. Nestler,
STAT,
28 Apr. 2026
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White-Jacket did cause a stir with its discussion of the arbitrary and cruel use of flogging in the US Navy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In 1945, Nazi Germany signed an unconditional surrender at Allied headquarters in Rheims, France, ending its role in World War II.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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The Angels designate for assignment veteran slugger Albert Pujols, for the purpose of giving him his unconditional release.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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Premium Back Massager Practical, sleek, and top of the line, this back massager is perfect for at-home spa days.—
Maeve Dunigan,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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The conditions were perfect for airlines to raise fares – bad news for bargain-seeking travelers.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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The sun and moon appear almost the same size in our sky by pure coincidence.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
10 May 2026
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Bubble Up has a more natural taste than many of its competitors because it’s made with pure cane sugar and lemon and lime oils, rather than high-fructose corn syrup and artificial flavors, The Tasting Table reported.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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The longer answer is that there are pages and pages of old FBI records, unresolved cases, eyewitness interviews, and the usual grainy, black-and-white images that show dots but nothing remotely conclusive about aliens, alien spaceships, or any alien technology.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
8 May 2026
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No definitive motive, supported by conclusive evidence, has been identified yet.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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Others are subjected to frequent rains and oppressive summer humidity.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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An especially visually striking debut, Mosquitoes exists in a saturated hyperreality that is consummately engrossing, and announces the Bertani sisters as formidable portraitists of girlhood cast against the backdrop of an alternately beautiful and oppressive world.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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The obituaries, social media posts, and GoFundMe pages capture the utter despair of the families, though none of them reckon with the decision not to get the vitamin K shot.—
Lee Hutchinson,
ArsTechnica,
6 May 2026
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The obituaries, social media posts and GoFundMe pages capture the utter despair of the families, though none of them reckon with the decision not to get the vitamin K shot.—
Duaa Eldeib,
ProPublica,
6 May 2026
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Focus on what works, not what is ideal.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2026
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The rare flower is known to add luck and happiness to those who adorn their space with its fortune, which is why the water bearer is the ideal sign to align with it.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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“Absolute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absolute. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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