as in extreme
being very far from the center of public opinion
espouses a kind of ultra conservatism that even some members of his own party cannot support
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Recent Examples of ultra
The team's new technique could eventually be applied to other ultra-hot planets, allowing astronomers to compare atmospheric conditions across a broader sample of distant worlds, the study notes.
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Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 16 June 2026
The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
Introduced in 1957, the ultra-thin 9P calibre was known for its svelte figure—its slim movement freed up room on the dial, and the Maison began setting those dials with hardstone and gems across a wide spectrum of colors.
—Taylor Stoddard, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
But in recent years, it’s become known as a haven for the ultra-wealthy.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
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Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 16 June 2026
The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
Introduced in 1957, the ultra-thin 9P calibre was known for its svelte figure—its slim movement freed up room on the dial, and the Maison began setting those dials with hardstone and gems across a wide spectrum of colors.
—Taylor Stoddard, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
But in recent years, it’s become known as a haven for the ultra-wealthy.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultra
Adjective
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After the game, the team were addressed by a group of government officials who, according to Ilunga at least, threatened them with extreme consequences if things went really badly in their game against Brazil.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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After all the angst about traffic, high ticket prices, long security lines and extreme heat, stadium operations ran relatively smoothly.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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In some respects, Penryn is the ideal setting for such a radical experiment to take place.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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But for somebody who has alternative therapies, how scared are people of doing something as radical as editing their genome?—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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The encounter with the rabid coyote occurred in Huntersville, according to a news release.—
Laura Horne,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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There are very few hints in art of dogs being dirty, vicious or rabid.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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What made this system truly revolutionary was the demonstration in 2012 that it could be reprogrammed with different pieces of guide RNA to edit virtually any genome in any species, and at a level of precision and ease that far surpassed existing gene-editing tools.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
11 June 2026
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Her other books include Adèle, Sex and Lies, Country of Others and Watch Us Dance, which are the first and second parts of a trilogy of novels based on her family’s roots in revolutionary Morocco.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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“Ultra.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultra. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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