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
  • New college registrations are dipping, with some citing affordability concerns, a souring entry-level job market, and fears artificial intelligence might make some junior and white-collar employment redundant.
    Tristan Bove, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Some have argued that expanding the authority of the BCOIG is redundant and unnecessary, as the Maryland Office of the Inspector General already has an inspector general for education.
    Carl Jackson, Baltimore Sun, 4 Feb. 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 8 Feb. 2026.

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