as in utter
having no exceptions or restrictions
that's an outright lie!
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Recent Examples of outright
Shares have more than doubled since Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square revealed a 19.8% stake in Hertz with outright share ownership and total return swaps.
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Alex Harring, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2025
In such a world, wars might be more frequent, and previous close allies of the United States, whether in Europe or Asia, could be vulnerable to outright coercion.
—Ngaire Woods, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Outrage—along with misleading or outright false images—has overtaken social media.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
While Chavez-Lopez received 30% of the vote, her strong performance was not enough to earn an outright victory, as that status is only reserved for those earning more than 50% of the vote.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 19 Apr. 2025
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Alex Harring, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2025
In such a world, wars might be more frequent, and previous close allies of the United States, whether in Europe or Asia, could be vulnerable to outright coercion.
—Ngaire Woods, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Outrage—along with misleading or outright false images—has overtaken social media.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
While Chavez-Lopez received 30% of the vote, her strong performance was not enough to earn an outright victory, as that status is only reserved for those earning more than 50% of the vote.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outright
Adjective
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With utter naturalism, Kulumbegashvili and her star dramatize a cruel, sexist reality that’s as unescapable as that inexplicable creature that repeatedly invades the story, its faceless presence a chilling, surreal metaphor for a society preying on Nina and her patients.—
Tim Grierson,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
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Both looked to the heavens — well, the Ball Arena rafters — in utter disbelief.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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The kind of energy that’s connected to unconditional love, truth, and spiritual expansion.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Light: Growth mindset, balanced, adaptable, nurturing, unconditional love.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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And another lot of shoppers swear by the iconic Clinique Black Honey lipstick, which provides a sheer wash of natural pigment that can be built to a rich berry hue.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Teams from outside England also seem to struggle with Arsenal’s sheer athleticism — certainly Real Madrid struggled to keep pace with their physical output in the quarter-final.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Hairston is an absolute burner who ran a 4.28 at the combine and despite his smallish weight, is a very long corner with near 32-inch arms.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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But a) there are simply so many other Chappell Roan songs that are better suited for an EDM remix, if such a thing must exist, and b) the remix is an absolute affront to God.—
James Factora,
Them.,
25 Apr. 2025
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Some fans want a complete clearout and a change in owner, despite the unprecedented success and the significant investment.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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For a complete list of events, visit the movement's website.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Apr. 2025
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When a curious 6-year-old met a playful dolphin, their precious connection created pure magic.—
Ronnie Li,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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Foster Carling House While Remick may be fumbling his Hollywood comeback, his home is pure architectural triumph.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2025
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Last year, Canada exported $28 billion worth of cars to the U.S. − 94% of its total annual auto exports.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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The goal of these exercises is to keep Pakistani armed forces in total preparedness for any potential military incursion from India, the source said.—
Habibullah Khan,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2025
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Even something as simple as hanging your own art on the walls or sharing a project online will work.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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Murder victim's family has been 'counting down the minutes' until South Carolina execution Texas pastor with simple dream killed in his own church.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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“Outright.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outright. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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