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
Unlike a standard-issue wallcovering, his trompe-l’oeil treatment can be ultra-tailored.
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Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
The Chinese retailer, known for its range of cheap ultra-fast-fashion clothing and criticisms of its labor and environmental practices, is nestled on the sixth floor of a more than century-old building in Paris, a city famous for high-end fashion and a recent green push.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 7 Nov. 2025
Barefoot Dreams Cozy Chic Lite Tonal Contrast Robe Similar to the brand’s popular blankets, this midi-length Barefoot Dreams robe is ultra-cozy and lightweight.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
First, the fit and adjustability are ultra-important.
—Jessie Quinn, Flow Space, 7 Nov. 2025
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Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
The Chinese retailer, known for its range of cheap ultra-fast-fashion clothing and criticisms of its labor and environmental practices, is nestled on the sixth floor of a more than century-old building in Paris, a city famous for high-end fashion and a recent green push.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 7 Nov. 2025
Barefoot Dreams Cozy Chic Lite Tonal Contrast Robe Similar to the brand’s popular blankets, this midi-length Barefoot Dreams robe is ultra-cozy and lightweight.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
First, the fit and adjustability are ultra-important.
—Jessie Quinn, Flow Space, 7 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultra
Adjective
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The research team claims that their strategy offers a novel approach to developing high-performance cathodes capable of operating under extreme temperatures.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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The scale runs from G1, minor, to G5, extreme.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Somehow, in honoring the group’s women, from the rageful housewife Margie (Betsy Aidem) to the radical author Celeste (Kristolyn Lloyd), Flood’s outpouring becomes a lament.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
7 Nov. 2025
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Her work has been featured in retreats, leadership circles, and coaching programs, where she is celebrated for her emotional depth and ability to catalyze radical transformation.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Despite three tumultuous relocations in the past half-century, most recently a defection to Sin City five years ago, the Raiders still have a rabid fan base — at Allegiant, every game day is Halloween — and the natives and transplants (including 62,080 attendees Sunday) are getting restless.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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The show then unravels like a circus, hopping with rabid animals when real demons from the underworld steal the spotlight, feeding off the rising live-stream viewer count.—
Michael Lee Simpson,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In the action-thriller, Taylor, 34, stars as a member of a revolutionary group, the French 75, who is in a relationship with Bob Ferguson (Leonardo DiCaprio, 50).—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Researchers in Mexico have developed a revolutionary zinc-air battery (ZAB) that keeps running even after being punctured, exposed to flames, or even completely submerged in water.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Ultra.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultra. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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