1
as in unmistakable
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
few of the candidates have yet staked out unequivocal positions on the hot-button issues
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2
as in explicit
so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning
the directions on the vial state in clear and unequivocal language that the drug should not be taken by pregnant women
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Recent Examples of unequivocal
When asked a few minutes later whether that means YouTube is in a strong position to carry exclusive NFL games going forward, Goodell was unequivocal.
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Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2025
Andreessen Horowitz, was an unequivocal yes.
—Bobby Allyn, NPR, 26 Sep. 2025
The answer to all those questions is an unequivocal yes.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
And the answer was an unequivocal yes.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2025
Andreessen Horowitz, was an unequivocal yes.
—Bobby Allyn, NPR, 26 Sep. 2025
The answer to all those questions is an unequivocal yes.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
And the answer was an unequivocal yes.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unequivocal
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The power dynamics were unmistakable.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
6 Jan. 2026
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Tuscany Tuscany, with its historic estates and that unmistakable golden light, remains one of Italy’s most beloved honeymoon regions.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Jan. 2026
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Without explicit training, civil servants risk assuming that a system that writes like an expert also counts like one.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
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In addition, explicit prohibitions on shooting at vehicles are largely absent from the law, which means that officers responsible for fatal shootings of drivers that appear to violate departmental policies still often escape criminal penalties.—
Ben Jones,
The Conversation,
8 Jan. 2026
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The proximity to Lincoln Center was an obvious draw for musicians, and renters included an avant-garde composer on the sixth floor, a bassist on the fourth, and an opera teacher on the ground level.—
Will Ellis,
Curbed,
6 Jan. 2026
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After successfully training rookie Jackson West, Angela sets her sights on becoming a detective while trying to ignore her obvious chemistry with defense attorney Wesley Evers (Shawn Ashmore).—
Tanya Melendez,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Jan. 2026
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Because to me, things like nullify and void have definite meanings.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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But experts suggest holding off on seeing melatonin as a definite danger.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
4 Nov. 2025
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Prince Harry apologized for his apparent support of the Los Angeles Dodgers during the 2025 World Series.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Watson, in an apparent spur-of-the-moment remark, announced that the project would devote 3 to 5 percent of its budget to the study of bioethics.—
Nell Greenfieldboyce,
NPR,
7 Nov. 2025
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The testing process is built for speed and discretion, delivering a definitive answer in approximately two minutes.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Jan. 2026
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Without any definitive answers just yet, there's been lots of speculation in the local press, including questions about whether the couple were murdered or died by suicide.—
David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
5 Jan. 2026
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But Bode's pointed delivery, and the reaction of the crowd, suggested that the comment carried an evident double meaning in the current political climate.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Nov. 2025
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This is evident in their signature programs, such as those that recognize excellence among teachers, coaches, and healthcare workers, as well as initiatives that bring the community together to enjoy great local restaurants on the firm’s tab.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Because of modern washing machine technology, the express cycle cleans your clothes just as well as other cycles.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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When other volunteers suggested launching the Instagram account, Wirtenberger said only on the proviso the sisters gave their express permission.—
Esme Nicholson,
NPR,
4 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Unequivocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unequivocal. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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