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
Socialists like to spend money — lots of other people’s money, of course — and Mamdani has been hampered by the fiscal stewards of Albany who, thankfully for New York City, aren’t likely to allow his more egregious schemes that would only drive away more of the city’s crucial affluent class.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
In one egregious example, the Dallas Mavericks rested healthy players in the last game of the 2023 regular season despite having a chance to make the playoffs, and they were hit with a $750,000 fine.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 17 Apr. 2026
The group is seeking compensatory, statutory, and punitive damages against LAPD Officer Rick Linton for egregious misconduct and causing physical and psychological pain, lawyers representing the three men said at an April news conference.
—Ryanne Mena, Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
Intuit’s behavior has been particularly egregious.
—Binyamin Appelbaum, Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2026
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
In one egregious example, the Dallas Mavericks rested healthy players in the last game of the 2023 regular season despite having a chance to make the playoffs, and they were hit with a $750,000 fine.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 17 Apr. 2026
The group is seeking compensatory, statutory, and punitive damages against LAPD Officer Rick Linton for egregious misconduct and causing physical and psychological pain, lawyers representing the three men said at an April news conference.
—Ryanne Mena, Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
Intuit’s behavior has been particularly egregious.
—Binyamin Appelbaum, Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for egregious
Adjective
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Biopics entertain their own special relationship to the truth, but how often is one railed as inaccurate to the point of blatant dishonesty?—
Jasmine Vojdani,
Vulture,
24 Apr. 2026
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These complaints demonstrate a clear and consistent pattern of obfuscation and blatant disregard of campaign finance laws.—
John Gates,
Denver Post,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Besides their obvious beauty, wicker baskets are superior for storage (especially laundry), providing excellent ventilation that prevents mold and mildew from damaging your linens.—
Ashley Poskin,
Martha Stewart,
2 May 2026
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Driving through this area of the West Bank, east of Ramallah, the expansion is obvious from the main roads.—
Molly Hunter,
NBC news,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Most glaring, the shrunken frame meant the steering wheel was impeding Fever’s ability to use the brake pedal.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Lakers’ lack of guard play is becoming a glaring weakness.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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And while the performances and the writing are still spackled with amusing barbs and observations about some of the grossest people in American life, The Audacity is missing a crucial forward momentum.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
26 Apr. 2026
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The lawsuit accused the Port of Bremerton of gross negligence and breach of contract for its failure to ensure safety at the marina.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Egregious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/egregious. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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