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as in abrupt
being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner
rural folks are often known for their downright speech, as they are generally not ones to beat around the bush
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as in utter
having no exceptions or restrictions
that's a downright lie, and you know it
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as in absolutely
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Recent Examples of downright
Daniel Depetris, Time, 7 Aug. 2025
Because there’s a difference between requesting to have an error fixed and downright disrespect or manipulation.
—Miriam Kirmayer, SELF, 6 Aug. 2025
Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
If Rhodes loses again, that would be a downright shocker, though the Street Fight stipulation certainly leaves room for another cheap win for the 17-time world champion.
—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
The bottom line is downright depressing: short of a direct U.S. military intervention that no serious analyst would contemplate, Trump’s toolkit to will a Ukraine peace deal into existence is bare.
—Daniel Depetris, Time, 7 Aug. 2025
Because there’s a difference between requesting to have an error fixed and downright disrespect or manipulation.
—Miriam Kirmayer, SELF, 6 Aug. 2025
Adverb
And there’s also the camaraderie that comes with sport — that collective celebration or downright despair at the end of the race.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
If Rhodes loses again, that would be a downright shocker, though the Street Fight stipulation certainly leaves room for another cheap win for the 17-time world champion.
—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for downright
Adjective
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The abrupt decision bypassed the government’s normal process for evaluating and recommending vaccines, and Kennedy did not offer scientific evidence to justify the change to the recommendations.—
Deidre McPhillips,
CNN Money,
22 Aug. 2025
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There is nothing more abrupt in pro sports than retirement.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
22 Aug. 2025
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The clip, filmed from inside a car, shows the dog with his mouth agape, staring in utter disbelief at the sight outside the window.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
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This cookie was soft, nutty, salty, sweet—bite after bite, its utter deliciousness washed over me.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 Aug. 2025
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Her looks absolutely made the most sense as a pair; good for her.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
22 Aug. 2025
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But take heart, 50% of college grads have jobs that have absolutely nothing to do with their previous degrees.—
Colleen Batchelder,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Pike's remains were found dismembered, and the medical examiner ruled there was blunt head trauma, but no criminal charges have been filed.—
Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Effortlessly chic and elegant, the French bob is slightly textured and blunt at the ends, which skim just above the top of her shoulders.—
Jeanne Ballion,
Vogue,
26 Aug. 2025
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Founder Samantha Brett emphasizes layering SPF over makeup, with formulas like their Beauty Screen Mineral Tints providing SPF50 protection in a sheer, wearable finish.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The look was finished with a silk tulle veil, crystal beaded Manolo Blahnik satin sandals and a pair of sheer elbow gloves.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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When the cop refuses the bribe, Reacher saves the man’s life … by love-tapping him out cold before Angel can shoot him.—
Chris Klimek,
Vulture,
20 Feb. 2025
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This time, the idea of a comeback stopped Canada cold.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The louder the sound, the shorter amount of time a person should be exposed to it.—
Beth Warren,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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The Elevated Velocity’s profile ― long hood, spacious interior, short rear overhang, fastback rear end ― is consistent with the current Cadillac Lyriq and Celestiq.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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And our absolute best chance of overhearing a signal will come when two of those exoplanets transit at the same moment, putting us in just the right spot to catch stray radio waves.—
Kiona N. Smith,
Forbes.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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The Best Time To Shop At Costco Believe it or not, one hour before closing is the absolute quietest time of day at Costco in most cities.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Downright.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/downright. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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