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as in undoubtedly
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as in strongly
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Recent Examples of decidedly
The decidedly not touristy reason for their visit?
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Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
Rustic wood siding and a standing seam roof are traditional elements that get a decidedly modern twist thanks to a deep, dark color palette.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
There's a decidedly fresh take on the traditional safari scene happening here with groovy music that plays from the speakers and bartenders mixing cocktails in the background.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
But Cape Charles is decidedly more cosmopolitan than Andy Griffith's stomping grounds.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Joining BlazeTV in the decidedly right-of-center cable space are two other conservative channels, Newsmax TV and the One America Network.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Apr. 2026
Such strong characterizations and go-for-broke performances, especially among the women, make up for some decidedly contrived plotting.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 9 Apr. 2026
The result is decidedly not flashy but also feels like a realistic outcome for the Broncos.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026
But one of these things is, decidedly, not like the others.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
Rustic wood siding and a standing seam roof are traditional elements that get a decidedly modern twist thanks to a deep, dark color palette.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
There's a decidedly fresh take on the traditional safari scene happening here with groovy music that plays from the speakers and bartenders mixing cocktails in the background.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
But Cape Charles is decidedly more cosmopolitan than Andy Griffith's stomping grounds.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Joining BlazeTV in the decidedly right-of-center cable space are two other conservative channels, Newsmax TV and the One America Network.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Apr. 2026
Such strong characterizations and go-for-broke performances, especially among the women, make up for some decidedly contrived plotting.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 9 Apr. 2026
The result is decidedly not flashy but also feels like a realistic outcome for the Broncos.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026
But one of these things is, decidedly, not like the others.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decidedly
Adverb
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And right now, the online store has released a bevy of products under $40 that are undoubtedly making it on my next trip.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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While the road was undoubtedly bumpy for Nate Faanes and Charlotte’s defense last season, there’s a growing sense of excitement for the 49ers as Faanes enters his second year as defensive coordinator.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Hezbollah strongly rejected the talks.—
Tucker Reals,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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By detecting when atoms absorb the laser light most strongly, scientists can use the laser as a metronome.—
Andrei Derevianko,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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New Yorkers, at least, can — and most definitely will — go to The Nitehawk instead.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2026
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Water found its level on Dane’s board, though — an early- to mid-Round 2 landing spot definitely feels like a safer bet for the Alabama QB.—
Nick Baumgardner,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The County remains resolutely committed to public safety, enforcing the law, and protecting all members of our community.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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The effect is resolutely whimsical and fun.—
Lindsey Tramuta,
Robb Report,
2 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The lineup — which these days is unquestionably a collaborative effort (meaning the front office puts it together and the manager signs off on it) — stank out loud.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Hence, very few international mobility shows these days reflect a truly international perspective more so than the Bangkok International Motor Show … and the focus of the 2026 Bangkok Motor Show show was unquestionably the electrification of the global car park.—
Mike Hanlon
March 25,
New Atlas,
25 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Wall Street has been determinedly upbeat about the war in Iran resolving in a relatively short window.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
25 Mar. 2026
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Though his injuries were severe, the sailors watched in wonder as the cat determinedly licked his wounds, then got back to work destroying the rats threatening the ship’s food stores.—
Anne Ewbank,
Popular Science,
18 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Sounds like a rounding error, but the extra couple of percentage points of creamy fat is what really intensifies the flavor.—
Elliott Harrell,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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But, really, this is a volume business.—
Patrick Radden Keefe,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Choose fragrant Ruby Red grapefruits that feel heavy for their size; before juicing, roll them firmly on the counter to break up the juice sacs inside.—
Martha Stewart,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
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But at least in its immediate aftermath, investigations of Tuesday’s shooting appear to be firmly in the hands of the federal government, without any clear interventions by state officials.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Decidedly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decidedly. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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