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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
Decoding Your Moisturizer The absolute best way to treat postpartum dryness is to upgrade your daily moisturizer.
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Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 28 May 2026
Finding a current-gen, ultra-rugged speaker with lossless USB-C playback for under $100 is an absolute steal, making this the definitive soundtrack companion for your outdoor adventures.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 May 2026
Members’ devotion to their leader was absolute.
—R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
My fear is that under today’s circumstances the threat of nuclear destruction, which may have contributed to keeping Great Power peace in a bipolar world, no longer holds absolute deterrent power.
—Literary Hub, 27 May 2026
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Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 28 May 2026
Finding a current-gen, ultra-rugged speaker with lossless USB-C playback for under $100 is an absolute steal, making this the definitive soundtrack companion for your outdoor adventures.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 May 2026
Members’ devotion to their leader was absolute.
—R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
My fear is that under today’s circumstances the threat of nuclear destruction, which may have contributed to keeping Great Power peace in a bipolar world, no longer holds absolute deterrent power.
—Literary Hub, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absolute
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In Louisiana, Democrats raised concerns about mandatory jail time for disrupting services and warned that the laws were too arbitrary, suggesting that they could be applied against a congregant for singing out of turn as a pastor delivers a homily.—
Jack Brook,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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The act of administering sports competition involves enforcing a collection of arbitrary lines; the act of watching sports involves seeing what athletes can do within those lines.—
Ellen Cushing,
The Atlantic,
25 May 2026
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Also, nothing in the Davis-Stirling Act says that the HOA’s obligation to repair the property depends upon whether the HOA can afford the expense, so the duty is unconditional.—
Kelly G. Richardson,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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Her unconditional love rivaled that of the most loyal golden retriever.—
Dan Piepenbring,
Harpers Magazine,
26 May 2026
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There are no perfect conditions for making art.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2026
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India has deep literary traditions in several regional languages, and this delicious novella, translated from Kannada, is a perfect amuse-bouche.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
27 May 2026
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There are other ETFs branded under the space investing theme that have been in the market for years already, building portfolios of stocks that include pure-play, high-risk space exploration companies, satellite companies, and broader aerospace and defense sector names.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
30 May 2026
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The introduction of this tournament helped transform football from a pure enjoyment into a competitive sport, first played by amateurs and later by professionals.—
Thomas Adam,
The Conversation,
29 May 2026
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The jobs apocalypse is not yet here, but governments waiting for conclusive evidence of it will be acting too late.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
24 May 2026
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However, no conclusive evidence ever surfaced to confirm those claims.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2026
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Another indigenous leader says another Gran Tierra practice is the most oppressive issue — gas flaring.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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People were craving the culture and art that had been suppressed during his oppressive reign.—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
27 May 2026
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When the squad reported back to Kirkby five days after his death, the training complex was a scene of utter devastation.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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On their first two trips to the property, the enormity of the task at hand—and their utter naiveté in taking it on—sank in.—
Ingrid Abramovitch,
Architectural Digest,
22 May 2026
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The conditions that day were hardly ideal.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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The main floor includes a stately foyer, grand living room and a spacious formal dining room illuminated by two chandeliers, ideal for holidays and large gatherings.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2026
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“Absolute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absolute. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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