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as in definitive
serving to put an end to all debate or questioning
the archeological discovery was conclusive proof that the Vikings had indeed settled in North America around 1000 a.d.
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as in convincing
having the power to persuade
a conclusive argument for allowing the students to put on a play of their own choosing
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Recent Examples of conclusive
The condition has been studied for years with no real conclusive findings about what can be done to treat it.
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Audrey Noble, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
Clarke, Devoret and Martinis had conclusive proof that macroscopic quantum objects, such as a multitude of electrons, could tunnel, too.
—Dan Garisto, Scientific American, 7 Oct. 2025
The publication also noted that despite there being no conclusive evidence that Assata was directly to blame for the death of Foerster, New Jersey law stated that everyone involved was equally responsible for the murder.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
The maker of Tylenol, Kenvue, and organizations like the World Health Organization state there is no conclusive evidence for the claim.
—Beth Warren, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Sep. 2025
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Audrey Noble, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
Clarke, Devoret and Martinis had conclusive proof that macroscopic quantum objects, such as a multitude of electrons, could tunnel, too.
—Dan Garisto, Scientific American, 7 Oct. 2025
The publication also noted that despite there being no conclusive evidence that Assata was directly to blame for the death of Foerster, New Jersey law stated that everyone involved was equally responsible for the murder.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
The maker of Tylenol, Kenvue, and organizations like the World Health Organization state there is no conclusive evidence for the claim.
—Beth Warren, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conclusive
Adjective
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Nothing definitive from Roseman.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
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But the answer that emerges from a review of Cheney’s actions and statements appears to be a definitive no.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The Broncos, meanwhile, are riding one of the least convincing six-game winning streaks in recent memory.—
Mike Sando,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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In reality, bringing the real-life husband and wife together on screen required some convincing.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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Indeed, the decisive role played by international allies like France and Spain is only one part of this sprawling story.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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In Virginia, Abigail Spanberger secured the governorship with a decisive lead over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears, while Mikie Sherrill prevailed in New Jersey following a campaign centered on affordability and public safety.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Department stores still have to make a compelling case for consumers to come back.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
7 Nov. 2025
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North Carolina is renowned for its music, creativity, and breathtaking mountain views, but its large-scale artworks offer another compelling reason to visit the state.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Adebayo, who missed only four games last season, sat out for the first time this season with a sprained left big toe.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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The trauma of last weekend will require patient rehabilitation and mental care.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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Flash flooding currents are strong and can sweep drivers off roadways.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Nov. 2025
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But despite strong technical progress, widespread adoption remains challenging due to cost, infrastructure demands, and limited technological maturity.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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However, Mamdani is still a clear frontrunner heading into Election Day, and maintained a two-digit lead in other polls taken just days earlier.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
4 Nov. 2025
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The assertions came despite a lack of clear scientific evidence, and Kenvue has called them simply false.—
NPR,
NPR,
4 Nov. 2025
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But that factor would not be determinative alone.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
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No single factor alone will be determinative of the outcome and because of the different fact patterns that can arise when presented with a debt-equity question, not all of the factors will be relevant to each and every case.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Conclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conclusive. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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