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 ultra-elite university has a mere $38 billion in endowment money.
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Nate Anderson, ArsTechnica, 13 May 2026
Are airlines basically telling consumers, Zach, that the era of ultra cheap flying just isn't profitable anymore?
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Ever since, Netanyahu's ultra-Orthodox political partners have urged him to pass a new law shielding their community from the draft.
—Daniel Estrin, NPR, 12 May 2026
But Charleston is also a destination for food and drink enthusiasts thanks to the town’s skilled chefs, access to ultra-fresh seafood, and lively cocktail culture.
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
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Nate Anderson, ArsTechnica, 13 May 2026
Are airlines basically telling consumers, Zach, that the era of ultra cheap flying just isn't profitable anymore?
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Ever since, Netanyahu's ultra-Orthodox political partners have urged him to pass a new law shielding their community from the draft.
—Daniel Estrin, NPR, 12 May 2026
But Charleston is also a destination for food and drink enthusiasts thanks to the town’s skilled chefs, access to ultra-fresh seafood, and lively cocktail culture.
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultra
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The material includes Nazi iconography, extreme misogyny and racist sentiments about Black people and other minority groups, law enforcement officials said.—
Tom Winter,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
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In addition, the extreme naïveté of the Spanish do-gooder lawyer is an out-of-place cliché in a film whose cinematic potency and multifaceted performances testify to Marrakchi’s strengths.—
Jay Weissberg,
Variety,
19 May 2026
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Britain’s markets have appeared shaky as rumors of a contest have swirled, which may give those who favor a more radical approach pause for thought.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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Revisiting the groundbreaking feminist performance art movement in 1970s Los Angeles, one artist spotlights the inspirational, transformational, radical community exploding the narrative and status quo.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
14 May 2026
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Mitchell’s music variously evokes gospel, blues, working songs and the ravings of a rabid cult.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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There's no question that Wetzel has a rabid following, and continues to build a powerful brand in the country music world.—
David Hookstead OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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Atlanta offers a unique laboratory where chefs test ideas to determine if temporary kitchens can transform into revolutionary restaurants.—
Sam Flemming,
AJC.com,
14 May 2026
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But Connecticut lacks the colonial cache of Massachusetts and its revolutionary figures like Samuel Adams and Paul Revere, both of whom have been named by the White House as slated for inclusion in the Garden of Heroes.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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“Ultra.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultra. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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