as in obvious
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
a glint in his eye that was an unmistakable expression of greed
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Recent Examples of unmistakable
The chants were unmistakable — and loud.
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Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
His unmistakable advice was to use the fact that Black voters tend to vote Democratic to defend drawing a map that severely weakens Black voting power, by framing the districting as having a partisan—rather than a racial—purpose.
—Jeannie Suk Gersen, New Yorker, 2 May 2026
What Makes The Salty Dog Café Unique While the sailor’s tale gives the Salty Dog Café its storybook charm, its unmistakable branding is what truly sets it apart.
—Abby Price, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
The decision is an unmistakable invitation to states to erase whatever Black or Hispanic voting districts that exist in their legislatures and in Congress.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2026
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Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
His unmistakable advice was to use the fact that Black voters tend to vote Democratic to defend drawing a map that severely weakens Black voting power, by framing the districting as having a partisan—rather than a racial—purpose.
—Jeannie Suk Gersen, New Yorker, 2 May 2026
What Makes The Salty Dog Café Unique While the sailor’s tale gives the Salty Dog Café its storybook charm, its unmistakable branding is what truly sets it apart.
—Abby Price, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
The decision is an unmistakable invitation to states to erase whatever Black or Hispanic voting districts that exist in their legislatures and in Congress.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unmistakable
Adjective
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There are obvious questions there.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2026
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This abuse of power was obvious and alarming.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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The apparent bear attack took place nearly three decades after the last deadly bear attack in Glacier National Park occurred in 1998 in the Two Medicine Valley.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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But their apparent domestic paradise was thrown into disarray when Betty began to suspect her husband was having an affair with his younger office assistant, Linda Kolkena.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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That kind of democratization of luxury is evident in Berryman’s interior, with a layout that combines guests and crew rather than separates them.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
6 May 2026
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At La Grand’Vigne, chef Nicolas Masse’s reverence for nature and terroir is evident from the get-go.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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His condition was not immediately clear.—
Kerry Burke,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
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Set one clear priority and start there.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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The rooms Designed like authentic Goan houses, each with its own distinct colors and landscaping, the resort seems quiet even when full (conference groups love this place).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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Bloomberg adds that Italian health care costs a few thousand dollars per year, and living in the south offers distinct tax benefits, such as a 7% flat annual tax for foreign retirees who move to smaller towns in less developed areas.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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The answer is fairly straightforward.—
Gene Ludwig,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
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The rules surrounding joint accounts and debt collection aren't always straightforward, either.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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“Unmistakable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unmistakable. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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