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
This story was produced andoriginally published by Wisconsin Watch, a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom.
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Miranda Dunlap, jsonline.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Hettiaratchi and her attorney, Rick Adams, have asked the judge to dismiss the case, arguing the law cited in Miller's petition does not apply to Louisville's new nonpartisan elections.
—Killian Baarlaer, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Mar. 2026
The nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office warned this taxpayer cost could increase to $1 billion each year.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent polling by the nonpartisan Public Policy Institute of California found the field had broken into two distinct groups, with Hilton, Porter, Bianco, Swalwell and Steyer in close competition, and the other candidates trailing behind them.
—ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
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Miranda Dunlap, jsonline.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Hettiaratchi and her attorney, Rick Adams, have asked the judge to dismiss the case, arguing the law cited in Miller's petition does not apply to Louisville's new nonpartisan elections.
—Killian Baarlaer, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Mar. 2026
The nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office warned this taxpayer cost could increase to $1 billion each year.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent polling by the nonpartisan Public Policy Institute of California found the field had broken into two distinct groups, with Hilton, Porter, Bianco, Swalwell and Steyer in close competition, and the other candidates trailing behind them.
—ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonpartisan
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However, the Chinese are not impartial.—
Jennifer Pak,
NPR,
8 Mar. 2026
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Our reviews are impartial and our opinions are our own.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Mar. 2026
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The neutral color will complement any other spring decor.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Leaders at both districts have put offers on the table that align with a neutral third-party’s recommendation, saying that their proposals balance employee needs with fiscal reality.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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The award recognizes those who support the foundation’s mission to allow students to develop to their full potential as artists, scholars, and citizens, and to provide equitable access to arts education at the Boston Arts Academy.—
Joe Dwinell,
Boston Herald,
8 Mar. 2026
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Asking contract cities to absorb excessive increases to shore up County budget shortfalls is neither equitable nor sustainable.—
Rajiv Bhateja,
Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The backstory Under Canvas made a name for itself during the pandemic thanks to its ability to create upscale camping experiences that provided equal doses of fresh air and community during a time of social distancing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
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Coverage is not equal state to state.—
Anna Moeslein,
Glamour,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Nonpartisan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonpartisan. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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