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as in arbitrary
exercising power or authority without interference by others
Russia's absolute monarchy effectively ceased to be when Czar Nicholas II promised to share power with a legislative body
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as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
ironing is an absolute bore I want the absolute truth
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as in perfect
being entirely without fault or flaw
a formal living room decorated with absolute taste
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as in pure
free from added matter
absolute alcohol
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as in conclusive
serving to put an end to all debate or questioning
absolute proof of her innocence
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Recent Examples of absolute
Danny and Becka decide to help these absolute strangers move in, and Pete and Evie let them — even though Becka and Danny are far too smoochy and PDA-y and generally red-flaggy.
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Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 17 Jan. 2025
The Supreme Court over the summer issued an opinion in which a 6-3 conservative majority ruled that presidents have absolute immunity for actions that fall within the core responsibilities of their office and are presumptively immune in all other official acts.
—Brett Samuels, The Hill, 16 Jan. 2025
Both Ryan and [redacted] have established themselves as absolute titans as writers and storytellers outside of their primary gig—just singing or just acting or [redacted] just directing.
—Glamour, 16 Jan. 2025
Happy birthday to the woman who means the absolute most to me.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2025
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Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 17 Jan. 2025
The Supreme Court over the summer issued an opinion in which a 6-3 conservative majority ruled that presidents have absolute immunity for actions that fall within the core responsibilities of their office and are presumptively immune in all other official acts.
—Brett Samuels, The Hill, 16 Jan. 2025
Both Ryan and [redacted] have established themselves as absolute titans as writers and storytellers outside of their primary gig—just singing or just acting or [redacted] just directing.
—Glamour, 16 Jan. 2025
Happy birthday to the woman who means the absolute most to me.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2025
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To Danes and pretty much anyone else who makes plans, signs treaties, or creates long-term strategies using rational arguments, this way of making policy feels arbitrary, pointless, even surreal.—
Anne Applebaum,
The Atlantic,
18 Jan. 2025
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This is a strong stand for the First Amendment and against arbitrary censorship.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
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Special counsel David Weiss released a final report Monday on the investigation into Hunter Biden after the case ended when President Biden issued an unconditional pardon for his son last month.—
Sareen Habeshian,
Axios,
14 Jan. 2025
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Hunter Biden The Justice Department special counsel, whose six-year case into Hunter Biden was short-circuited by the unconditional pardon President Joe Biden granted to his son, criticized the outgoing president in his final report released Monday.—
Andrew Torgan,
CNN,
14 Jan. 2025
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Ken Rosenthal | Full story Ichiro made sure every detail was perfect, an example his former Marlins teammates haven’t forgotten Ichiro Suzuki once took teammate Dan Straily out for a sushi dinner during a road trip in Philadelphia.—
The Athletic,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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Many fans have questioned the purpose of a TV reboot given the film franchise is pretty much perfect as is, but Columbus sees its worth.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2025
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The diffuser uses 100% pure essential oils to fragrance your home, and its matte ceramic finish fits into any space like a piece of sophisticated decor.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
24 Jan. 2025
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This design was first launched in yellow gold with a silver dial, and this configuration remains the purest expression of the asymmetrical concept.—
Blake Buettner,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2025
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While no conclusive evidence connects the dye to cancer in humans, its potential risks have led to bans or severe restrictions in several countries, including the European Union, Australia and Japan.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
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This absence of alarm is not conclusive proof that democracy is safe forever, nor that Trump cannot damage American democracy at all.—
Victor Menaldo,
The Conversation,
16 Jan. 2025
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Jimmy Garoppolo profited from exposure to 49ers’ system The Commanders, thankfully shorn of the oppressive incompetence of former owner Daniel Snyder, were remade in a year by G.M. Adam Peters and coach Dan Quinn.—
Jerry McDonald,
The Mercury News,
21 Jan. 2025
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The book, taking the form of a fable told in short, single paragraphs, scattershot swatches of wisdom, aphorisms and illustrations, has long been a manual for how to practice togetherness in the face of extreme, oppressive opposition.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them,
20 Jan. 2025
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The proof lies in your utter disregard for the law.—
Cody Copeland and,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Jan. 2025
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The first wave of generative AI tools has felt like utter magic.—
Peter Guagenti,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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More than 1,500 shoppers gave the pants a five-star review, noting their ideal fit (not too long and not too short — even on petite frames) and ultra-comfortable cotton blend material that kept them warm in cold temperatures.—
Alyssa Brascia,
People.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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In a 2023 study, Nguyen and colleagues looked at the benefits and harms of solitude and explored the ideal balance between solitude and socializing.—
Avery Hurt,
Discover Magazine,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Absolute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absolute. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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