tautologous

Definition of tautologousnext

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for tautologous
Adjective
  • Ultimately, the question of motive may be tautological, given the species in question.
    Alex Ross, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
  • On the surface, this might just seem tautological.
    Big Think, Big Think, 24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • That last item would suggest the company might eliminate redundant corporate roles in Colorado that could be handled in Frisco, Texas.
    Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 16 Mar. 2026
  • With Brubaker already capable of throwing multiple innings, Lucchesi’s presence in this specific bullpen may be a bit redundant.
    Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • The Gophers will find just enough creative (and repetitious) ways to get the ball to Taylor in space to earn their first road win.
    Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 20 Nov. 2025
  • Other once-promising supporting players are reduced to repetitious stalling patterns.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Oct. 2025
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“Tautologous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tautologous. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.

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