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Recent Examples of conclusively
Prior to Heuermann’s confessions, authorities had been unable to conclusively connect Vergata to the Gilgo Beach serial killer case.
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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
Tyler Robinson’s defense team said in recent court filings that an analysis from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, a federal law enforcement agency, could not conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene.
—Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 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
Tyler Robinson's defense team said in recent court filings that an analysis from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, a federal law enforcement agency, could not conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene.
—ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
If clerks or suppliers can’t answer conclusively, that’s a red flag.
—David Kroll, The Conversation, 17 Mar. 2026
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.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
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
Tyler Robinson’s defense team said in recent court filings that an analysis from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, a federal law enforcement agency, could not conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene.
—Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 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
Tyler Robinson's defense team said in recent court filings that an analysis from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, a federal law enforcement agency, could not conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene.
—ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
If clerks or suppliers can’t answer conclusively, that’s a red flag.
—David Kroll, The Conversation, 17 Mar. 2026
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.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conclusively
Adverb
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The new project highlights their natural chemistry and clear affinity for the So Much Fun era—the kids are definitely still alright.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
17 Apr. 2026
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There’s definitely a raw spirit that the UK brings that feels very specific to us.—
Wengel Gemu,
Vanity Fair,
17 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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This pattern isn’t unique to bats, the authors suggested, and likely applies to biodiversity loss and its impacts on agriculture broadly.—
Leah Campbell,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
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While the health-care sector broadly continues to search for direction, drug stocks have been the clear leaders — and Merck stands out as one of the strongest performers in the group.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed veteran politician Roelf Meyer as the country's ambassador to the United States in a move widely seen as an effort to ease diplomatic tensions between the two nations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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However, public access to this information—and the accountability that comes with it—vary widely depending on state public records laws and institutional interpretation thereof.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
14 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Jim Cusson, president of the retail branding agency Theory House that works extensively in the grocery space, said that Starbucks’ adding protein to its lattes should’ve signaled the peak of the protein craze.—
Rich Bellis,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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Treasury bills were first used extensively during World War I, when they were considered an emergency source of federal revenue.—
Colin Dodds,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
11 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Quilted jackets layer perfectly over long sleeves, short sleeves, light sweaters, and even dresses.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2026
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Of course, that doesn’t mean that any eventual peace deal will perfectly balance the victors’ and vanquished’s demands.—
Philippe Welti,
Fortune,
17 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The elders here are generally all of a piece—stoic, patient, dressed as simply and modestly as possible.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2026
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Cameras are generally prohibited in federal courts.—
Matthew Brown,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Conclusively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conclusively. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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