1
as in impartial
marked by justice, honesty, and freedom from bias
made a nonpartisan decision that satisfied all concerned
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as in neutral
not favoring or joined to either side in a quarrel, contest, or war
nonpartisan observers who were there to ensure a fair election
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Recent Examples of nonpartisan
The awards come at an awkward moment for the Kennedy Center, long one of the few relatively nonpartisan institutions in Washington.
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Steven Sloan,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
The nonpartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget has proposed a fix that targets couples receiving Social Security benefits of $100,000 or more.
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Jason Ma,
Fortune,
28 June 2026
Other artists booked for other nights, including Morris Day, Martina McBride and Bret Michaels, canceled their plans amid the initial firestorm over whether Freedom 250 is a nonpartisan or MAGA-affiliated organization.
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Chris Willman,
Variety,
27 June 2026
While the commission seats are officially nonpartisan, the vote fell along party lines.
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Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for nonpartisan
Steven Sloan,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
The nonpartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget has proposed a fix that targets couples receiving Social Security benefits of $100,000 or more.
—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
28 June 2026
Other artists booked for other nights, including Morris Day, Martina McBride and Bret Michaels, canceled their plans amid the initial firestorm over whether Freedom 250 is a nonpartisan or MAGA-affiliated organization.
—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
27 June 2026
While the commission seats are officially nonpartisan, the vote fell along party lines.
—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for nonpartisan
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonpartisan
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Police officers are encouraged to use their judgment and, when appropriate, provide motorists with warnings as part of the Department’s commitment to fair, impartial and community-oriented policing.
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The values imparted to me throughout my public school education — equal opportunity, impartial justice, respect for expertise, basic honesty — have been abandoned by a new breed of politician that has turned governance itself into a blood sport.
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The electric blue shade adds such a fun pop of color to a summer wardrobe, instantly brightening up basics like white jeans, denim shorts, or neutral trousers.
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And perhaps most importantly, hempcrete can be carbon neutral or even carbon negative, depending on its composition.
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But history shows that technology alone does not deliver equitable outcomes.
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As climate change increasingly shapes our daily lives, LGBTQ+ communities deserve a seat at the table, not only because we are affected by these challenges, but because our perspectives can help build more equitable and resilient solutions.
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Before Getting Started Not all white garments or linens are created equal.
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The honor has been bestowed upon actors, comedians, directors, producers, costume designers, writers, animators, musicians, executives, journalists, and various other individuals whose work in television has no equal.
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“Nonpartisan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonpartisan. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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