as in utter
having no exceptions or restrictions
that statement is complete and arrant nonsense
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Recent Examples of arrant
Some are just arrant fantasy.
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Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2021
Well, both of those statements are arrant nonsense.
—CBS News, 19 Jan. 2020
Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2021
Well, both of those statements are arrant nonsense.
—CBS News, 19 Jan. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arrant
Adjective
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Scott has long enjoyed making men in positions of power look like utter fools.Esther Zuckerman, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
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Batman’s comedic Technicolor stylings — and the utter sincerity with which stars Adam West and Burt Ward led viewers through them — have lived on through countless references and parodies in the ensuing decades, as well as a mercurial relationship with Batman fans.Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
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The non-sticky gloss offers a sheer wash of color and pairs nicely with lipstick or liner.Annie Blackman, Allure, 29 Nov. 2024
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The sheer volume of material astonished even those familiar with state paranoia.Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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The trickiest part of roasting the absolute tastiest turkey is brining it.Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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However, the absolute locations of their beds tend to vary.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 22 Nov. 2024
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The hydrotherapy circuit is a journey on its own, complete with a steam room, sauna, and vitality pool.Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2024
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Once the system is complete, the Zumwalt will provide a platform for conducting fast, precision strikes from greater distances, adding to the usefulness of the warship.Royce Branning, Fortune, 30 Nov. 2024
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The foundation of Vanderpump Rules was built on pure honest raw emotions… triumphs, struggles, and love that happen between a group of real friends and our relationships.Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 2 Dec. 2024
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Instead, try to be bolder and stay open to confrontation—especially when it’s done with pure intent.Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024
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In removing some of the stress around pet health, the hope is that pet parents will be more present to enjoy the unconditional love, companionship and sweet moments shared with pets.Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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The devastating story of a dog that was abandoned before Hurricane Milton in Florida has moved social media users—but now she's found a foster home and will see what real, unconditional love truly is.David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
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Through four games against the Colorado Rapids, Minnesota United and Seattle, Puig has logged a staggering 17.8 percent of the Galaxy’s total touches.Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 2 Dec. 2024
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After a slow start to the season, Eagles QB Jalen Hurts has cleaned his game up with just two turnovers in the last seven weeks compared to 18 total touchdowns.Ben Morse, CNN, 1 Dec. 2024
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Success journaling offers a constructive outlet to process stress, frustration, anger, disappointments, or outright conflict.David Nour, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Flashback: Carrefour has danced with an outright sale before, but regulators have stifled prior attempts.Kimberly Chin, Axios, 26 Nov. 2024
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“Arrant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arrant. Accessed 8 Dec. 2024.
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