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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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
But such unequivocal pronouncements feel more like wishful thinking than political analysis.
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The New Yorker, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2025
The director is unequivocal about what ultimately made the production possible: the casting of rising star Ryō Yoshizawa as Kikuo.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 May 2025
Many of the meme-coin investors are based abroad, and some have been unequivocal about their goal of influencing Trump’s agenda.
—Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 14 May 2025
With over 25,000 visitors to this test page, the results were unequivocal.
—Roger Dooley, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
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The New Yorker, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2025
The director is unequivocal about what ultimately made the production possible: the casting of rising star Ryō Yoshizawa as Kikuo.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 May 2025
Many of the meme-coin investors are based abroad, and some have been unequivocal about their goal of influencing Trump’s agenda.
—Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 14 May 2025
With over 25,000 visitors to this test page, the results were unequivocal.
—Roger Dooley, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for unequivocal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unequivocal
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The gravity of the moment was unmistakable — the consequences of a loss, and the eventual magnitude of a win.—
Anthony De Leon,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
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In a market defined by uncertainty, the bond market’s message is unmistakable: brace for impact.—
Dan Irvine,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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The study exposed fundamental limitations in exact computation, revealing that these systems fail to use explicit algorithms and reason inconsistently across similar puzzles.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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For instance, in Washington and Oregon, similar rules apply, while some states restrict this maneuver more heavily or require explicit signage allowing it.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
7 June 2025
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Lionsgate post-Starz spin-off would be the most obvious choice, without the weight of cable networks on both sides and with a host of still-viable Lionsgate franchises including John Wick, The Hunger Games and Saw.—
Howard Homonoff,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Sending in the National Guard was an obvious military flex, designed to to bait Angelenos while perhaps distracting Americans from Trump’s far greater troubles.—
Mary McNamara,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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The Fillers have gone before town officials this past spring to present a concept plan to the Cedar Lake Planning Commission, which included restoring the chapel to be in use, but no definite decisions have been made.—
Anna Ortiz,
Chicago Tribune,
31 May 2025
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More Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images While there are definite reasons for Indiana fans to be nervous, Haliburton is motivated to make sure the Pacers do not drop Game 6 at home.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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The man dropped to the ground and was arrested without any apparent resistance in the video that Osante filmed.—
Colleen Slevin,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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Ukraine goes into this second round of direct talks bolstered by its apparent destruction of Russian strategic bombers and other crucial air assets.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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Often hailed as the definitive screen version, this series perfectly captured the turning point in Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy’s romance and brought to life the very estate many imagined from the novel’s descriptions.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 June 2025
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Crypto Confidential: Forbes' definitive guide to crypto and blockchain, delivered to your inbox every Saturday.—
Becca Bratcher,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Koenig noted in her report that the Emergency Department at Waterbury Hospital was crowded and the need for expansion as planned was evident.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
4 June 2025
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Meanwhile, King’s status as a last-minute guest was evident in her clothes, the journalist's green sweatsuit standing out among the black-tie attire.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Republicans have begun to investigate whether aides exercised presidential power in Biden’s name without his express permission or full awareness.—
Sarah Bedford,
The Washington Examiner,
8 June 2025
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Your contract should also explicitly prohibit using your proprietary data for training AI models without express permission and address intellectual property rights for any outputs generated by AI systems using your data.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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“Unequivocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unequivocal. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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