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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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2
as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
ironing is an absolute bore I want the absolute truth
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3
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
In other words, Waterlily gives you the absolute odds — and costs.
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Terry Savage, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
Competing at Fitchburg State were the absolute best, which led to events chockfull of personal records.
—Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 6 June 2025
By the time the half-time whistle had been blown, England were leading 5-0, Beever-Jones had completed her hat-trick, Hampton had yet to lay a glove on the ball and the backspace key was taking an absolute hammering.
—Ali Rampling, New York Times, 31 May 2025
With other better quarterbacks available still, the selection was an absolute surprise.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 May 2025
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Terry Savage, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
Competing at Fitchburg State were the absolute best, which led to events chockfull of personal records.
—Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 6 June 2025
By the time the half-time whistle had been blown, England were leading 5-0, Beever-Jones had completed her hat-trick, Hampton had yet to lay a glove on the ball and the backspace key was taking an absolute hammering.
—Ali Rampling, New York Times, 31 May 2025
With other better quarterbacks available still, the selection was an absolute surprise.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absolute
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State lawmakers can and should repeal the arbitrary two-year rule.—
Sakinah Tillman,
Baltimore Sun,
4 June 2025
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Guidelines in the Puppy Protection Act would create arbitrary, one-size-fits-all requirements for dog breeding even though dogs are the most diverse species of land mammal, such as: — Mandating two meals daily.—
Sheila Goffe,
Boston Herald,
3 June 2025
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The draft Security Council resolution had also demanded the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages held by Hamas and others.—
Michelle Nichols,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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Todd and Julie Chrisley returned home from prison on Wednesday, May 28, after President Donald Trump issued them full and unconditional pardons.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
31 May 2025
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On Saturday, Jones wasn’t available to save her team and its perfect record.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2025
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The group combined for nine strikeouts, five by Shawn Armstrong in his three perfect innings to begin the game.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2025
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Perhaps the truth, however, is that Emmanuel-Thomas, in pure sporting terms, has always been something of a puzzle.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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Vionic Uptown Loafer The Vionic Uptown Loafers look like pure business on the upper, but the sole offers all the comfort and flexibility of a sneaker.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
5 June 2025
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There’s little conclusive evidence yet that creatine boosts cognition.—
Staff Author Published,
Verywell Health,
11 June 2025
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While some research in animals and human cells suggests glyphosate may cause DNA damage and atrazine could mess with hormones, there isn’t currently any conclusive evidence of harm in people based on how we’re being exposed (including in relation to cumulative risk).—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
10 June 2025
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More than 60 years ago, my parents fled Cuba for the United States, seeking freedom from an oppressive regime that dictated what businesses produced and how products were priced.—
Carlos Cubelo,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 June 2025
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The film follows a 40-year-old widowed nurse named Mahnaz, who is struggling with a rebellious son and other complications in a heavily oppressive patriarchal context.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
22 May 2025
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The Civil War, which is jeopardizing his presidency, has turned him into an utter killjoy.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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But that meeting’s collapse—and, more broadly, the utter failure of sanctions to prevent North Korea from developing its nuclear potential—may prompt him to support Seoul’s push.—
John Delury,
Foreign Affairs,
3 June 2025
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They were paid lower prices for their almonds because of a lingering surplus from 2020 — which had seen ideal weather for pollination, and record yields.—
Annika Merrilees,
Sacbee.com,
7 June 2025
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This is followed by Mercury and Jupiter entering your sign on June 8 and 9, boosting everything from your communication skills to your innate receptivity, which is ideal for manifesting your ideal partner.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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“Absolute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absolute. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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