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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Recent Examples of flat-out
Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 25 Jan. 2026
The third is about the flat-out value proposition.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Still, both governments have consistently dodged questions about an overseas deployment or flat-out denied it.
—Oriana Van Praag, New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2026
As for the other teams searching for coaches, the Steelers no longer get a pass, while so many others flat-out fail.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
This was a flat-out fight with officials desperate to break it up.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 25 Jan. 2026
The third is about the flat-out value proposition.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Still, both governments have consistently dodged questions about an overseas deployment or flat-out denied it.
—Oriana Van Praag, New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2026
As for the other teams searching for coaches, the Steelers no longer get a pass, while so many others flat-out fail.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flat-out
Adjective
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In response to claims by the prominent late Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre, who claimed in court documents that Wexner was among men Epstein trafficked her to, Wexner testified to utter devotion to his wife of 33 years, Abigail.—
JULIE CARR SMYTH THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
19 Feb. 2026
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For those captains and their countries, anything less than outright victory is an utter failure.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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That’s the biggest takeaway from the singer/songwriter’s magical, spirited and joyous performance Saturday night in front of a sold-out, absolutely reverent crowd at Target Center in downtown Minneapolis.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
22 Feb. 2026
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And that is absolutely devastating to our student stability.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
22 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The duo’s inspiration—from Italian folklore, art, architecture, opera, cinema, religion, and the sheer beauty of their native country—shines through.—
Laurie Brookins,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2026
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Some of these scenarios would be more painful than others for the Bulls, who likely will sink next season into another losing endeavor — perhaps by choice, perhaps by the sheer reality of their roster’s lack of talent.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Exceptionally capable, thoughtfully designed, and downright durable—this stroller is outdoorsy parent-approved.—
Erica Zazo,
Outside,
20 Feb. 2026
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The teenaged girl group — consisting of members Jiwoo, Carmen, Yuha, Stella, Juun, A-na, Ian and Ye-on — has released fun, energetic and downright catchy music over the last year since their February 2025 debut.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Sofia Vergara kept tan lines to the absolute minimum during an impromptu sunbathing session on Friday morning.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
21 Feb. 2026
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The absolute security that George felt about his own social position, plus some liberal impulse stirring within him, led him to want to take down the barriers that the Mardi Gras krewes—social organizations of immense prestige—had erected against Jews, at least on behalf of the Lemanns.—
Nicholas Lemann,
New Yorker,
21 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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At that point, our planet will be gone completely.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
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Standing in an envy-worthy walk-in closet completely makeup-free, the Emma actress modeled a series of wardrobe staples, including a black bomber jacket, a gray wool peacoat, a leather funnel neck jacket, and a plunging V-neck cardigan.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Because in the digital world, expectations are rarely, if ever, met with disappointment, and partners -always emotionally available, mature, and composed – offer unconditional support and companionship through a screen.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2026
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Why is unconditional support of Israel, or any foreign country for that matter, part of the editorial board’s criteria for endorsement?—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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In reality Mars turned out to be far more hostile – an utterly dry dust ball with scarcely any atmosphere.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Feb. 2026
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Leonard utterly dominated even before his clutch 3-pointer to cap the Stripes’ 48-45 victory.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Flat-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flat-out. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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