as in utter
having no exceptions or restrictions
that's an outright lie!
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Recent Examples of outright
If Trump puts outright pressure on Israel to stop its aerial strikes, Israel’s supporters in both U.S. political parties will rise in protest, imperiling the rest of his political agenda.
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Daniel C. Kurtzer, Foreign Affairs, 18 June 2025
While the Leaf has never been an outright performance vehicle, even in its early years, the instant torque delivery made its acceleration adequate if not exciting.
—Sam Abuelsamid, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Instead of an outright ban, HHS’ policies would strong-arm drug advertisers into submission, avoiding costly legal battles that would play out in the courts.
—Liam Reilly, CNN Money, 17 June 2025
But despite how much pivoting and outright improvisation life as a dad takes at times, the important thing is landing in the right place.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 13 June 2025
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Daniel C. Kurtzer, Foreign Affairs, 18 June 2025
While the Leaf has never been an outright performance vehicle, even in its early years, the instant torque delivery made its acceleration adequate if not exciting.
—Sam Abuelsamid, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Instead of an outright ban, HHS’ policies would strong-arm drug advertisers into submission, avoiding costly legal battles that would play out in the courts.
—Liam Reilly, CNN Money, 17 June 2025
But despite how much pivoting and outright improvisation life as a dad takes at times, the important thing is landing in the right place.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outright
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There won’t be adequate words to describe how much changed in such a short period of time, thanks to Trump’s utter debasement of the office, and the GOP’s decision to follow him down one of the ugliest paths imaginable, all the while abandoning principles, morals, and basic common decency.—
S.E. Cupp,
New York Daily News,
19 June 2025
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Where to watch:Apple TV, Amazon, Fandango at Home. 1. 'Jaws' (1975) The seafaring masterpiece sinks every other shark movie in its utter perfection.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
16 June 2025
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Trump mulled joining the Israeli strikes over the past four days and called for Iran’s unconditional surrender.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2025
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Because the show really is about friendship, unconditional friendship between these four and then five girls.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
20 June 2025
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Felipe Cardenas: Due to sheer numbers and commitment, Boca’s ultras and travelling band of die-hard fans lit up the tournament.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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The pressure is on him and his team to replicate their earlier success, a tall order considering what a factor the sheer surprise of the phenomenon, impossible to replicate now, played back in 2021.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
27 June 2025
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Remaining calm under pressure is an absolute must here.—
Bill Rokos,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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Free People is my absolute favorite one-stop shop for summerwear—no other brand captures that carefree, boho spirit quite as accurately.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
23 June 2025
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The upshot is that means better paper compatibility, since the pages don't have to make a complete turn.—
Brad Bourque,
Wired News,
29 June 2025
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To maintain growth, the company expanded the platform into a complete business admin service while also taking a risk on expanding to the U.S.—
Trevor Clawson,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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As Electrek points out, the E-VO isn't a pure Honda product.—
Utkarsh Sood
June 29,
New Atlas,
29 June 2025
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Add in the pure creativity and skill of Lucas Raymond and Alex DeBrincat (legit competitors in their own rights, albeit in smaller bodies), and the two-way play of Dylan Larkin and Nate Danielson, and the future forward lineup starts to look pretty balanced.—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
29 June 2025
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Moreover, the total number of works sold remained high, meaning the average price decreased.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
29 June 2025
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Russia’s military budget is some 40% of its total public spending – more than 6% of its GDP.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
29 June 2025
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The simplest ideas in mathematics can also be the most perplexing.—
Leila Sloman,
Wired News,
29 June 2025
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This simple, clear shift in communication started to highlight the reality of who was contributing what.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
28 June 2025
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“Outright.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outright. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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