1
as in distorted
inclined to favor one side over another
that judge is always partial to the defense, so be careful
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2
as in inclined
having a liking or affection
partial to chocolate cake
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3
as in incomplete
lacking some necessary part
a partial answer to the problem
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Recent Examples of partial
President Donald Trump recently announced plans to deploy National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., declaring a public safety emergency and putting the Metropolitan Police Department under partial federal oversight for 30 days.
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Doc Louallen, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2025
Botanical Name: Abelia x grandiflora Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Average, medium, well-draining
Soil pH: Acidic to alkaline (5.0-8.0)
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone: 5 to 10
Butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds adore the fragrant blooms that cover abelias from spring through fall.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2025
Ford is counting on offering a variety of powertrain choices such as extended range electric vehicles, partial zero emissions vehicles and a full range of hybrids across its lineup, to win over consumers, according to Farley.
—Leah Olajide, Freep.com, 2 Aug. 2025
With about 70 million people enrolled in Medicaid and 65 million in Medicare, even partial expansion could affect a significant share of the population.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
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Doc Louallen, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2025
Botanical Name: Abelia x grandiflora Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Average, medium, well-draining
Soil pH: Acidic to alkaline (5.0-8.0)
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone: 5 to 10
Butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds adore the fragrant blooms that cover abelias from spring through fall.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2025
Ford is counting on offering a variety of powertrain choices such as extended range electric vehicles, partial zero emissions vehicles and a full range of hybrids across its lineup, to win over consumers, according to Farley.
—Leah Olajide, Freep.com, 2 Aug. 2025
With about 70 million people enrolled in Medicaid and 65 million in Medicare, even partial expansion could affect a significant share of the population.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for partial
Adjective
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The screen briefly went black as strange, distorted voices could be heard, hinting at a serious mental shift for the character.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Aug. 2025
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Throughout a boisterous show with countless distorted jam sessions, White shuffled, squealed, stomped and screamed.—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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European fintech, for example, moves incredibly fast, while American healthcare may be more inclined to be cautious about new technologies.—
Dee Coakley,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Here's where the signing might not make sense: With Torrens providing defensive value and plenty of familiarity with the pitching staff, the Mets could be more inclined to chase offensive upside from the backup catching role moving forward.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Aug. 2025
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The construction for the project went slower than anticipated, and was incomplete in anticipation of flooding season, according to the Association of State Dam Safety Officials.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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These systems often contain unmonitored, outdated and incomplete data, creating blind spots and risk.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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That information enables commanders to launch defensive or offensive strikes in seconds, whether intercepting an incoming cruise missile, engaging hostile aircraft, or directing Tomahawk missiles at land targets hundreds of miles away.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
19 Aug. 2025
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This breach demonstrates that hostile players can target individuals within organizations, not just organizations themselves.—
Phillimon Zongo,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Her clients often downsize their primary residences later in life, but families stay attached to their second homes.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
23 Aug. 2025
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Dinner Sunday-Thursday ($60) Parking: Free for the first two hours in the attached garage or metered street parking Location: 1440 NW N River Dr., Miami – Alex Harris Who should go?—
Constance Ogle,
Miami Herald,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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If a data transfer is later linked to surveillance overreach, biased enforcement or rights violations, even the most technically sound policy can be undermined by public backlash.—
Majeed Javdani,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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But Israel rejected the findings, calling them biased and inaccurate and accusing Hamas of stealing aid.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The directors and producers must have had some fond memories.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
21 Aug. 2025
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As the name suggests, their menu is informed by fond food memories.—
Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
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The maps would remain in effect until 2030, but only if other states proceed with partisan redistricting.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Aug. 2025
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The state Legislature held an hourslong hearing this week that turned contentious amid interruptions and partisan clashes.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Partial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/partial. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
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