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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
There is no conclusive evidence regarding whether there is life on other planets.
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Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 20 Feb. 2026
Could Lessen Fatigue During Long, Taxing Workouts Though the evidence isn’t conclusive, amino acid supplements—particularly BCAAs—may help reduce fatigue during long or intense workouts, Hernandez said.
—Allison Forsyth, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
Winter and Lindley said the results, however, are not conclusive.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
But the research isn’t conclusive.
—Adithi Ramakrishnan, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
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Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 20 Feb. 2026
Could Lessen Fatigue During Long, Taxing Workouts Though the evidence isn’t conclusive, amino acid supplements—particularly BCAAs—may help reduce fatigue during long or intense workouts, Hernandez said.
—Allison Forsyth, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
Winter and Lindley said the results, however, are not conclusive.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
But the research isn’t conclusive.
—Adithi Ramakrishnan, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conclusive
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Rubén Chirinos, president of Meganálisis, suggested that visible coordination between Washington and Rodríguez may be generating friction among Venezuelans who had expected a more definitive break with Chavismo following Nicolás Maduro’s removal.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
3 Mar. 2026
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Part of what makes his significant and beautiful memoir, A Different Person (1995), an important work of art is Merrill’s self-awareness that writing a memoir is an act in service of not a self but many selves, amounting not to a definitive statement but to a kind of treatise about being.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Mar. 2026
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So to a Pentagon person, is that convincing?—
Hanna Rosin,
The Atlantic,
5 Mar. 2026
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Recovering from a 2-0 deficit at home to West Ham to win 3-2 had been a good example in the Premier League too, but securing such a convincing win after going behind inside two minutes at Aston Villa makes this Rosenior’s best Premier League win to date.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Ellison faces no similar issues and has strong incentive to be decisive.—
Josef Adalian,
Vulture,
5 Mar. 2026
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Machado portrayed the episode as a decisive turning point in Venezuela’s long political crisis.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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During periods of volatility and uncertainty, sticking to your long-term plan and tuning out the noise can also prove to be a compelling strategy, analysts said.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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Needham’s Tom Nikic believes that On will remain a compelling growth story in 2026 as brand awareness continues to grow globally.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Then late last year Stacey Wondra was charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping in the second degree, destruction of evidence and a persistent violator enhancement, which can be added by prosecutors when someone has been convicted of at least three felonies.—
Alex Brizee
March 3,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Mar. 2026
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Holt will integrate into a leadership role in developing the stadium that broke ground last summer.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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Keller Mayor Armin Mizani has a strong lead over former Tarrant County GOP Treasurer Fred Tate in the Republican primary for state House in District 98 after the early voting, according to unofficial results.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
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In addition to seeing stronger hair over time, she’s noticed that adding this formula to her regimen has helped improve her energy levels and balance her hormone levels.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2026
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Though the conversation didn't quite reach any actionable solutions beyond what has been discussed as already in progress, like Rawls' work, there was one clear message potently felt across the room — one of urgency.—
Monisha Ravisetti,
Space.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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The WhatsApp logs show Carvajal deleted a total 14 messages sent by other participants in the chat and 42 of his own messages before the Herald obtained the logs, so the full extent of his participation is not clear.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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Between 1995 and 2010, CCM and its presidential candidates could win determinative vote shares while minimizing costly repression and fraud.—
Yonatan Morse,
The Conversation,
19 Dec. 2025
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But, ultimately, the president would not play a determinative role in interest rate decisions.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
14 Dec. 2025
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“Conclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conclusive. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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