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also categoric
as in definite
having no exceptions or restrictions
a categorical denial of the rumors that the celebrities were planning to get married
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Recent Examples of categorical
Trump election case is tossed after special counsel Jack Smith requests dismissal citing 'categorical' DOJ policy
Could Trump be held liable for alleged pressure on then-Vice President Mike Pence to unilaterally reject the 2020 election outcome?
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Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 27 Nov. 2024
Enforcing categorical policies about evictions and criminal histories harms otherwise-qualified Black applicants, the lawsuits say.
—Gretchen Morgenson, NBC News, 21 Nov. 2024
Canada has said Sikhs have a right to peaceful protest and Trudeau has largely avoided categorical condemnation of Sikh separatism.
—Lex Harvey, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
Differentiation centers on categorical comparisons, where distinctiveness, on the other hand, majors in being memorable and recognizable, regardless of the category.
—Dr. Marcus Collins, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 27 Nov. 2024
Enforcing categorical policies about evictions and criminal histories harms otherwise-qualified Black applicants, the lawsuits say.
—Gretchen Morgenson, NBC News, 21 Nov. 2024
Canada has said Sikhs have a right to peaceful protest and Trudeau has largely avoided categorical condemnation of Sikh separatism.
—Lex Harvey, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
Differentiation centers on categorical comparisons, where distinctiveness, on the other hand, majors in being memorable and recognizable, regardless of the category.
—Dr. Marcus Collins, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for categorical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for categorical
Adjective
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Low-temperature whites were yellowish and warm, while high-temp whites had a definite blueish hue and were much more brilliant.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
15 Feb. 2025
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There has been a definite shift in mentality; Newcastle are no longer intimidated by these quality teams — or their own history.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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While the total number of positions eliminated remains unclear as of Sunday afternoon, the firings appeared to focus on employees in the agency's centers for food, medical devices and tobacco products.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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The total tab of nearly $23 billion was more than double initial projections.—
John Hyatt,
Forbes,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Keith remains to a large degree elusive, but Magaro subtly gives us insight into what drives his artistry, which is then augmented by Watts’ observations, from a critic’s P.O.V., and those of Manfred, a protective friend and professional associate with a profound respect for Jarrett’s gifts.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
16 Feb. 2025
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This change has been accompanied by profound cultural change, with food and practices generally associated with Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries becoming more common in the state.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
16 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Yellow is the simplest, and purple is the most difficult.—
New York Times Games,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2025
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Its simple style can be dressed up with your best evening wear or paired with casual outfits to be your next wardrobe staple.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Experts say some packages have been caught up in the confusion and could still be sitting with customs, where they were set to undergo a more thorough inspection. 4.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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Start with a thorough vacuuming using a clean upholstery attachment to remove dust, hair, and other debris from the mattress surface.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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And the vibe is not complete without jazz or a nineties playlist.—
Akili King,
Essence,
17 Feb. 2025
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Of course, no good Mardi Gras party is complete without a parade.—
Megan duBois,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The game represented a stark change from the team’s average attendance of 7,156 — and the potential of how the team could perform if games were more accessible to the average Chicagoan.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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The pattern’s strict rectilinear geometry creates a stark contrast with organic facial features, vivifying the otherworldly human form.—
Christopher Knight,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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Maybe her semi-see-through outfit spoke to that even more loudly than the song, as a salute to sheer endurance.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2025
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Melanie Lynskey, Christina Ricci, Jasmin Savoy Brown and Sophie Thatcher, among other guests, delivered gothic inspiration with their outfits, embracing current red carpet trends such as sheer dressing and exaggerated silhouettes.—
Renan Botelho,
WWD,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Categorical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/categorical. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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