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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
Both Bennett and Bohannah come from districts labeled a toss-up by the nonpartisan Cook Political Report.
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Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 10 June 2026
Spencer finished in third place in the nonpartisan preliminary vote and failed to advance to the runoff election in November which will feature the top two finishers.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026
Research from the nonpartisan Government Accountability Office has also shown that a $100 increase in median monthly rent is associated with a 9% increase in homelessness.
—Philip Wang, Time, 9 June 2026
The program provides the majority of income for 43% of seniors, according to AARP, a nonpartisan organization representing individuals ages 50 and over.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 9 June 2026
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Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 10 June 2026
Spencer finished in third place in the nonpartisan preliminary vote and failed to advance to the runoff election in November which will feature the top two finishers.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026
Research from the nonpartisan Government Accountability Office has also shown that a $100 increase in median monthly rent is associated with a 9% increase in homelessness.
—Philip Wang, Time, 9 June 2026
The program provides the majority of income for 43% of seniors, according to AARP, a nonpartisan organization representing individuals ages 50 and over.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 9 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonpartisan
Adjective
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If Harris got her way, the perception would be that these are administration officials, not impartial judges.—
Washington Post Editorial Board,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
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The government insists that Turkey’s courts are impartial and act independently of political pressure.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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While the lobby areas and restaurants lean into the playful side of a contemporary art hotel, the rooms are more calming with neutral tones and the continuation of the lobby’s black marble in the credenzas and nightstands.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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With a color palette featuring hues of Sun-Drenched Pink, Sandy Beige, Black and White, Alo said the Summer Atelier line was created for ease of wear, seasonal neutral colors and fabric selections for a summer escape.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
10 June 2026
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In other words, there is at least a pathway toward a more equitable financial structure within college athletics.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 June 2026
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Alonso-Pimentel hopes the new church-state model will be more equitable.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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In 1986, eager to shift the burden away from taxpayers, Congress mandated that new presidential libraries raise an endowment equal to 20% of the cost, for future maintenance.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
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Instead, fill a spray bottle with equal parts vinegar and warm water and after blotting the stain dry, spray the solution onto the affected area.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
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“Nonpartisan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonpartisan. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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