as in blatant
very noticeable especially for being incorrect or bad
the student's theme was marred by a number of egregious errors in spelling
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Recent Examples of egregious
If this list was ranked, this drama would probably fight with Homicide for the most egregious oversight.
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Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 13 June 2025
The most egregious violation is President Donald Trump's order to deploy hundreds of Marines to Los Angeles.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 June 2025
At the federal level, the problem is simple but egregious.
—David M. Simon, National Review, 26 May 2025
Denaturalization has historically been used for egregious cases, like Nazis hiding their war crimes.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
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Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 13 June 2025
The most egregious violation is President Donald Trump's order to deploy hundreds of Marines to Los Angeles.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 June 2025
At the federal level, the problem is simple but egregious.
—David M. Simon, National Review, 26 May 2025
Denaturalization has historically been used for egregious cases, like Nazis hiding their war crimes.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for egregious
Adjective
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Never in 250 years has any U.S. president needed such a blatant and expensive birthday parade.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2025
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Amid blatant insults to servicemen and veterans, President Trump's approval remains relatively high, with most Americans agreeing with his immigration policies.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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But before checking for ripeness, start by inspecting the pineapple for any obvious signs of damage or spoilage, including bruising, soft spots, wrinkled skin, or dry, brown leaves.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
22 June 2025
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This is an obvious chips-in move for them after their half-court offense face-planted against the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the playoffs.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
Adjective
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That makes him 6-9 in shoes, which is not a particularly glaring difference.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Harrison was a glaring weak link for the Jaguars last season.—
Ted Nguyen,
New York Times,
17 June 2025
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