as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
the straight-out enmity between the two tennis players was unmistakable
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Recent Examples of straight-out
First, let’s just straight-out ask: Are you done being an artist?
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Chris Willman, Variety, 30 June 2025
But as Saleh’s script advances, and the actor sees the walls closing in around him on all sides, the tone grows more desperate and the film turns into a straight-out thriller.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2025
Some people are staying; some people are just canceling straight-out.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
In fact, Primus straight-out declares the robust but lightweight Ulti the most wind-resistant, powerful cooking solution it's ever made.
—New Atlas, 25 Jan. 2025
It’s based on a true story of the Dozier School for Boys, in which boys were just straight-out murdered in North Florida.
—Rebecca Keegan, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
For those of you who might also desire ongoing hard-hitting straight-out coverage of the latest in AI trends, see my column at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2024
Not much mixing, or straight-out– Just attitude, bro.
—Matt Thompson, SPIN, 14 Oct. 2023
Ireland Baldwin is sharing her pregnancy progress with a straight-out-of-the-shower mirror selfie Ireland Baldwin is embracing her baby bump as her pregnancy continues.
—Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2023
Chris Willman, Variety, 30 June 2025
But as Saleh’s script advances, and the actor sees the walls closing in around him on all sides, the tone grows more desperate and the film turns into a straight-out thriller.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2025
Some people are staying; some people are just canceling straight-out.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
In fact, Primus straight-out declares the robust but lightweight Ulti the most wind-resistant, powerful cooking solution it's ever made.
—New Atlas, 25 Jan. 2025
It’s based on a true story of the Dozier School for Boys, in which boys were just straight-out murdered in North Florida.
—Rebecca Keegan, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
For those of you who might also desire ongoing hard-hitting straight-out coverage of the latest in AI trends, see my column at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2024
Not much mixing, or straight-out– Just attitude, bro.
—Matt Thompson, SPIN, 14 Oct. 2023
Ireland Baldwin is sharing her pregnancy progress with a straight-out-of-the-shower mirror selfie Ireland Baldwin is embracing her baby bump as her pregnancy continues.
—Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for straight-out
Adjective
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Some may prove useful in the long run and others illusory, but for now they are statistically swamped by the sheer amount of renewable power coming online.—
Bill McKibben,
New Yorker,
9 July 2025
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The sheer variety of equipment, the pace of change and rising customer demands call for something better: a knowledge capture process that’s baked into the daily workflow.—
Thomas Cottereau,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Nonetheless, my hopeful response to my own question is that the transformed form of nature can also be the subject of humanity’s unconditional love.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
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The unconditional love a therapy dog provides when visiting those battling an illness can be that source of hope.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Today, dark matter and dark energy — together composing 95% of the contents of the universe — remain utter mysteries.—
Jenna Ahart,
Quanta Magazine,
11 July 2025
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This approach came into being several years ago after the Medical Board’s last confidential diversion system was deemed an utter failure and patients were harmed at the hands of struggling doctors.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Check out our complete list of the Best Prime Day TV deals for more recommendations.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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The injury was severe -- a complete break across her femur with multiple fragments.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Hydration is key When working in the heat, avoid sugary drinks and opt for pure water or water with electrolytes.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 July 2025
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In many ways, the time trial is the purest form of cycling — a body and a bike, alone against the clock, but its engineering focus means that wealthier teams often excel.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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For the consumer who truly wants the absolute best optics, glass is still the best material available.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The defense is claiming two reasons for dismissal: That Dugan has absolute immunity as a judge on official acts like deciding when a case is called and also that the prosecution is an example of government overreach.—
Daniel Bice,
jsonline.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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The past five years have proved a crucible moment for business leaders as volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) threatened not just organizational progress but outright viability.—
Kate McLaren-Poole,
Harvard Business Review,
18 July 2025
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There is little doubt that this is a rapidly developing field and that there are tremendous upsides to be had, but at the same time, regrettably, hidden risks and outright gotchas come into these endeavors too.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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These patterns are muted, simple, and still full of personality, like this pillow cover in indigo which looks exactly suited to a couch in a captain’s quarters, yacht-appropriate, or like a great porch nap pillow along a white rattan sofa.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
11 July 2025
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Nearby is the kitchen, which is compact and simple as standard.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 July 2025
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“Straight-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straight-out. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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