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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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as in completeness
the quality or state of being without restriction, exception, or qualification
the absoluteness of my belief in God should be apparent
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Recent Examples of absolute
Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 26 Feb. 2026
Drilling into your home’s exterior is rarely a good idea, and patching any holes up is an absolute must.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 26 Feb. 2026
Rael-Gálvez, however, found evidence that Father Martínez petitioned the Taos County probate court, in January, 1867, to not recognize her absolute freedom.
—Geraldo Cadava, New Yorker, 26 Feb. 2026
The bottom line is that IAI has become sufficiently short-term depressed to warrant expectations for a bounce on both an absolute and relative basis versus the broader market.
—Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
What an absolute embarrassment.
—Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 26 Feb. 2026
Drilling into your home’s exterior is rarely a good idea, and patching any holes up is an absolute must.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 26 Feb. 2026
Rael-Gálvez, however, found evidence that Father Martínez petitioned the Taos County probate court, in January, 1867, to not recognize her absolute freedom.
—Geraldo Cadava, New Yorker, 26 Feb. 2026
The bottom line is that IAI has become sufficiently short-term depressed to warrant expectations for a bounce on both an absolute and relative basis versus the broader market.
—Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absolute
Adjective
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The result is essentially an arbitrary purity test that tightens capital access necessary for creating American jobs and stimulating local economies.—
Krish O'Mara Vignarajah,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Mar. 2026
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When individuals cross an arbitrary age threshold and are expected to step aside, society signals that relevance has an expiration date.—
Klaus Schwab,
Time,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Last month, her government unveiled a legal reform allowing the deportation of foreigners who have been sentenced to at least one year of unconditional imprisonment for serious crimes.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Feb. 2026
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But if the Oilers trade their 2027 first-round selection before the March 6 deadline, their first-round selection this year becomes unconditional.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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There's a perfect balance of slightly sweet and salty.—
Emily Elias,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 Mar. 2026
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The asparagus, gouda cheese and tarragon strike a perfect flavor balance.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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And the Cubists picked up on that in the twentieth century and abstracted from his landscapes, making pure Cubist constructions in which the optical space on the canvas—very similar to Cezanne’s—was composed of little abstract blocks.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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The show traces the evolution of Armani Privé since its Paris debut in 2005, highlighting pure lines, precious fabrics and jewel-like embroidery.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Meta and other tech firms have long argued publicly that there is no conclusive evidence linking social media to addiction or other mental health challenges.—
CNN,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
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In the state's response to the allegations, Florida argued that Trotter's claims are speculative because the records aren't conclusive.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
24 Feb. 2026
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Certain information has been provided by and/or is based on third party sources and, although such information is believed to be reliable, no representation is made with respect to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of such information.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2026
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In areas where factual completeness matters such as legal research, tax analysis, or medical documentation, domain-specific AI tools will give companies a distinct advantage.—
Danny Werfel,
Fortune,
22 Feb. 2026
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The case also involves accusations of oppressive schedules and curtailed opportunities for sponsorships.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
25 Feb. 2026
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Embedded in a patriarchal family within an oppressive society, Mrie faces the challenge of disentangling herself from both.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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In gangland circles, women are casually murdered and mutilated, their killers operating with utter impunity.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
4 Mar. 2026
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What happened next resulted in pandemonium for Norwell and utter disbelief for Swampscott as Fein’s shot swished through the net to give the Clippers a 43-42 victory.—
Greg Dudek,
Boston Herald,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Absolute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absolute. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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