as in utter
having no exceptions or restrictions
regarded their son-in-law as a flat-out loser and let him know it
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as in absolutely
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Recent Examples of flat-out
Ian Baker
august 26, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
Also, this is just a flat-out fantastic drama from one of the most talented directors working today.
—Samantha Allen, Them., 22 Aug. 2025
Just a flat-out no without any explanation.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2025
And some have flat-out been in our nation legally.
—Matt Alderton, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2025
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Adverb
Peak output for the Charlie is 10 kW – with all burners and the oven flat-out – which would draw more than 80 A on a 120V circuit.
—Ian Baker
august 26, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
Also, this is just a flat-out fantastic drama from one of the most talented directors working today.
—Samantha Allen, Them., 22 Aug. 2025
Just a flat-out no without any explanation.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2025
And some have flat-out been in our nation legally.
—Matt Alderton, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flat-out
Adjective
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Here was the postwar American housewife—neatly dressed, pretty, poised, active—stepping unwittingly into a scene of utter depravity and sadism that reflected back at this wholesome young mother the darkest recesses of the human mind.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Sep. 2025
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Such comments demonstrate his utter disregard for and distrust of law enforcement and our legal process.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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The Bitter Mai is also, improbably, absolutely delicious.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
13 Sep. 2025
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That would absolutely be a record for an anime movie.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The strapless corset gown had a sheer illusion jacket embellished with pearls, and was paired with a cathedral veil.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
16 Sep. 2025
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Clad in a chain-mail dress with sheer stripes and waist-length hair, Wilson's appearance during the Chris Habana show was greeted with raucous applause.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
16 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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The borderline and downright beautiful stop-motion animation in this brand new 2D adventure is immediately striking, as is the sketch-like art direction.—
Mitch Wallace,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Compared to the boxy old Brooks Brothers armor that had once dominated the agency biz, Armani felt downright breathable.—
Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The first monthly jobs report released since McEntarfer’s ousting, the June jobs report, which initially reported a gain of 147,000 jobs, has now been revised downward to just 14,000 jobs in the July revision and now an absolute decrease of 13,000 jobs in the August revision.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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These genius finds are absolute miracle workers that not only cut down prep time and save space, but also make cooking a breeze.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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This is when a bone gets knocked out of its joint either partially or completely.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Lecornu will now have to steer a budget through France’s completely fractured parliament, macro strategists at Deutsche Bank flagged Wednesday.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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These include the New York City Bridge Project, which provided unconditional cash support to low-income mothers, and the Chicago Resilient Communities Pilot, which gave 5,000 households a monthly stipend of $500 for 12 months.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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In the clip, Saúl sat with one of his father’s WBC belts draped proudly over his shoulder while Canelo spoke about unconditional support.—
Nasha Smith,
PEOPLE,
13 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Sounds of the deep, burbly bass-baritone exhaust dancing atop the engine’s upper intake sounds in the treble clef—utterly magnificent.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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So far, against one former Pac-12 foe (Utah) and two Mountain West Conference schools, UCLA has been utterly outclassed.—
Mirjam Swanson,
Oc Register,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Flat-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flat-out. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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