overt

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Recent Examples of overt Advertisement Read more: Veterans Condemn Trump’s ‘Misuse of Military Power’ Amid L.A. Protests Typically, U.S. presidents have avoided overt displays of military might. Nik Popli, Time, 12 June 2025 The statement did not give an overt reason for dropping the 42-year-old Isaacman. Andrew Jones, Space.com, 10 June 2025 The overt religious symbolism continues courtesy of anxious male nurse Sam (Jaquel Spivey), who dances his way through hospital halls while offering his patients blood-red shots of Jell-O, like some perverse yet playful communion. Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 10 June 2025 Few films are more overt in their 1980s-ness than the original Predator, which saw rising star Arnold Schwarzenegger playing Dutch, the leader of an elite, off-the-books team of commandos who go into Central America only to come face-to-face with an interstellar killing machine. Will Leitch, Vulture, 9 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for overt
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Adjective
  • Opponents and legal scholars maintain that the plain meaning and historical intent of the 14th Amendment protect those children's citizenship, and federal courts have repeatedly ruled against the Trump administration's interpretation.
    Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
  • As a departure from the era of plain skinny ties, Lauren's wide, colorful neckties broke the mold, and his company grew from there.
    Diane J. Cho, People.com, 28 June 2025
Adjective
  • But the idea of an algorithm, which is as prone to generate nonsense as anything lucid, representing a deceased person’s thoughts or behaviors seems terrifying.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 13 June 2025
  • These treatments can help people maintain their independence longer and make the most of their lucid years.
    Jim Taylor, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
Adjective
  • Trust that what’s meant for you won’t require you to shrink yourself down to a digestible size.
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
  • Crucially, Devonian extracts active compounds from the fiber of the plant, parts that are not digestible through normal eating.
    Jason Phillips, USA Today, 30 June 2025
Adjective
  • Among the casual selfies and behind-the-scenes shots was a photo snapped by the 24-year-old himself, showing Ice Spice leaning into him with undisguised affection.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 30 Apr. 2025
  • His undisguised Queens tough-guy swagger, self-confidence, and use of self-deprecating humor won over the crowd.
    Steve Cohen, New York Daily News, 3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Birdsong’s apparent beanball came in the exact time and place that the unwritten rules prescribe: two outs, bases empty, first pitch.
    Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 26 June 2025
  • Other Demographic Differences Women’s second fall persistence rate (79.3%) exceeded that of men (76.3%), continuing a trend that’s been apparent for several years.
    Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
Adjective
  • The simplest ideas in mathematics can also be the most perplexing.
    Leila Sloman, Wired News, 29 June 2025
  • Start your day like a pro with simple morning cleaning habits that keep your home feeling fresh, organized, and under control.
    Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 28 June 2025
Adjective
  • But before checking for ripeness, start by inspecting the pineapple for any obvious signs of damage or spoilage, including bruising, soft spots, wrinkled skin, or dry, brown leaves.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
  • This is an obvious chips-in move for them after their half-court offense face-planted against the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the playoffs.
    John Hollinger, New York Times, 22 June 2025
Adjective
  • The Turchin family’s lifelong passion for art and design was evident across all the rooms.
    Kate Van Dyke, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2025
  • That reality is evident almost just from the scale.
    Justin Worland, Time, 27 June 2025

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“Overt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overt. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.

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