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Recent Examples of conclusively
Finally, though, scientists have been able to conclusively rule out a lunar impact when asteroid 2024 YR4 is in our cosmic neighborhood in a few years.
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Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
The oil and gas industry has helped prove, conclusively, that oil and natural gas production and environmental stewardship are compatible.
—Edward Cross, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Don't lab studies conclusively prove the bio-insecticidal toxicity of marigolds?
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 6 Feb. 2026
The defense countered that multiple people had access to devices inside the home and questioned whether the evidence conclusively identifies Banfield as the account’s operator.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Rigorous studies of American adolescents consistently and conclusively show that the black box warnings — which were dramatically amplified in advertisements and in news stories — resulted in dangerous declines in doctor visits and depression diagnosis by about a third.
—Stephen B. Soumerai, STAT, 7 Jan. 2026
Radiocarbon dates revealed that the settlement conclusively dates back to the Late Bronze Age and Early Iron Age (3700-800 BCE), according to The Independent UK.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2026
Toronto police said Thursday recent forensic testing and genetic genealogy conclusively identified Kenneth Smith, 72, of Windsor, Ontario, as the person who killed two women in the 1980s and a third woman in the 1990s.
—CBS News, 12 Dec. 2025
However, it could not be conclusively matched, and officials noted that accelerants can completely burn off during a fire.
—Tom Olsen, Twin Cities, 4 Dec. 2025
Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
The oil and gas industry has helped prove, conclusively, that oil and natural gas production and environmental stewardship are compatible.
—Edward Cross, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Don't lab studies conclusively prove the bio-insecticidal toxicity of marigolds?
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 6 Feb. 2026
The defense countered that multiple people had access to devices inside the home and questioned whether the evidence conclusively identifies Banfield as the account’s operator.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Rigorous studies of American adolescents consistently and conclusively show that the black box warnings — which were dramatically amplified in advertisements and in news stories — resulted in dangerous declines in doctor visits and depression diagnosis by about a third.
—Stephen B. Soumerai, STAT, 7 Jan. 2026
Radiocarbon dates revealed that the settlement conclusively dates back to the Late Bronze Age and Early Iron Age (3700-800 BCE), according to The Independent UK.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2026
Toronto police said Thursday recent forensic testing and genetic genealogy conclusively identified Kenneth Smith, 72, of Windsor, Ontario, as the person who killed two women in the 1980s and a third woman in the 1990s.
—CBS News, 12 Dec. 2025
However, it could not be conclusively matched, and officials noted that accelerants can completely burn off during a fire.
—Tom Olsen, Twin Cities, 4 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conclusively
Adverb
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With a lot of pressure on A&M to perform after a down year in 2025, relying on a true freshman at a critical position is definitely a gamble.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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That said, the clear majority of your training–definitely greater than 50%–should be done at a slow pace, Hamilton says.—
Jenny McCoy,
SELF,
20 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The figure is broadly in line with the numbers from the previous few days.—
Arsalan Shahla,
Fortune,
14 Mar. 2026
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In a briefing with reporters earlier, a Meta legal spokesperson said the company didn't believe that youth mental health struggles, both broadly and with Kaley specifically, could be solved through litigation.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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However, that same report indicates the United States is not currently pushing for action against members of the Castro family, who are still widely seen as the island's ultimate power brokers.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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And though he’s widely admired, Olise should probably be spoken about in more reverential terms.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
17 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The governor would need GOP support to pass the proposal that would extensively expand DHS’s role.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Mar. 2026
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Fray has worked extensively with elite athletes—including Team Jamaica—and her research focuses on the intersection of obesity, chronic diseases, and sports nutrition.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
14 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The neighborhood Cadenabbia itself is pint-sized but perfectly positioned for exploring the surrounding area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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In presenting the Best Actor winners, Adrien Brody perfectly, if perhaps unconsciously, echoed Johnson’s remarks from more than 50 years earlier.—
Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Highs will be 65-70° with generally dry conditions, great for firing up the grill or taking a bike ride with the family.—
Bill Kelly,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Punishment for operating a poker club illegally Poker clubs have not been legalized by a constitutional amendment or statewide referendum but are generally allowed, according to Zack Fertitta, who helped represent Prime Social in getting its case dismissed.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Conclusively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conclusively. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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