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Recent Examples of conclusively
The shooting will not end conclusively for quite some time, and indeed the most recent fighting is just one more round, if an exceptionally intense one, in a conflict that has gone on since the early 1980s.
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Eliot A. Cohen, The Atlantic, 11 May 2026
Scientific research shows conclusively that the Great Lakes region is getting more rainfall during more extreme weather events, and that an increasingly warming climate is driving it.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 7 May 2026
The two students were murdered around the same time and place, though more investigation is needed before detectives can decide that conclusively, the sheriff said.
—Mike Schneider, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2026
But its resilience is self-evident and the past year of on-off war will have conclusively silenced any moderate voices who suggest Iran does not need a robust means of defending itself.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
Prior to Heuermann’s confessions, authorities had been unable to conclusively connect Vergata to the Gilgo Beach serial killer case.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 11 Apr. 2026
If a record conclusively demonstrates that the candidate is ineligible then the officials must declare the candidate ineligible, according to the state agency.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 10 Apr. 2026
The earthquake was conclusively linked to an EGS project.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Lawyers for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk have claimed federal authorities were unable to conclusively link a recovered bullet fragment to the rifle found near the scene of Kirk's death.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Eliot A. Cohen, The Atlantic, 11 May 2026
Scientific research shows conclusively that the Great Lakes region is getting more rainfall during more extreme weather events, and that an increasingly warming climate is driving it.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 7 May 2026
The two students were murdered around the same time and place, though more investigation is needed before detectives can decide that conclusively, the sheriff said.
—Mike Schneider, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2026
But its resilience is self-evident and the past year of on-off war will have conclusively silenced any moderate voices who suggest Iran does not need a robust means of defending itself.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
Prior to Heuermann’s confessions, authorities had been unable to conclusively connect Vergata to the Gilgo Beach serial killer case.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 11 Apr. 2026
If a record conclusively demonstrates that the candidate is ineligible then the officials must declare the candidate ineligible, according to the state agency.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 10 Apr. 2026
The earthquake was conclusively linked to an EGS project.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Lawyers for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk have claimed federal authorities were unable to conclusively link a recovered bullet fragment to the rifle found near the scene of Kirk's death.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conclusively
Adverb
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The spa The spa and wellness offerings are definitely one of the highlights—and some of the best in Costa Rica.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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The proliferation of unmanned systems has definitely impacted the venerability of the traditional military platforms as well as their housing and repairing facilities.—
Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
15 May 2026
Adverb
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Before the war, the UAE was producing just over 3 million barrels a day — broadly in line with OPEC+ targets.—
Emma Graham,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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But overall, the simplest neurological explanation is that once the sneeze reflex begins, neighboring motor pathways become broadly activated.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Adverb
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Trump is due to discuss the war with Xi this week, and is widely expected to encourage China to convince Tehran to make a deal with Washington to end the conflict.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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This puzzle is widely considered to be the biggest mystery in modern cosmology.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
12 May 2026
Adverb
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The Evans offensive line, having blocked for the running game almost extensively last season, is still trying to gather its collective feet in the area of pass blocking.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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It also must be extensively tested.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Adverb
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Pool service can be a bit slow during busy times, but once your perfectly prepared daiquiri arrives, all is forgiven.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Each game was introduced with a clip from the show that fits it perfectly, starting with the Colts' Week 1 date with the Baltimore Ravens.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
Adverb
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But claims that Los Angeles — alongside New York — was the safest big city are generally considered overstated rather than conclusively proven.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Side Effects of Probiotics Probiotics, especially the most common Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium species, are generally safe for most people to consume.—
Isabel Vasquez RD LDN,
Health,
15 May 2026
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“Conclusively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conclusively. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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