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as in aggressive
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
the governor issued an emphatic denial of all charges
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as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
with all of the decorative fishing nets, lobster pots, and oars, the seafood restaurant's nautical theme was a little too emphatic for my taste
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Recent Examples of emphatic
His 3-pointer with 44.1 seconds left in the first quarter punctuated that 15-point period, and Embiid celebrated with an emphatic fist pump.
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Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
Trump has been guarded with the public about his plans for resolving the Russia-Ukraine war but has been emphatic that ceasing hostilities is a top priority for his administration.
—Timothy Nerozzi, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 3 Jan. 2025
The ball ended up in the hands of the Cornhuskers’ Natalie Potts, who attempted a putback only to be met with an emphatic block by Barker to keep it a one-score game.
—Andrés Soto, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
The full time whistle had only just blown on another emphatic Liverpool victory when Mohamed Salah added to the concern of supporters who fear the Egyptian could leave the club next summer.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
Trump has been guarded with the public about his plans for resolving the Russia-Ukraine war but has been emphatic that ceasing hostilities is a top priority for his administration.
—Timothy Nerozzi, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 3 Jan. 2025
The ball ended up in the hands of the Cornhuskers’ Natalie Potts, who attempted a putback only to be met with an emphatic block by Barker to keep it a one-score game.
—Andrés Soto, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
The full time whistle had only just blown on another emphatic Liverpool victory when Mohamed Salah added to the concern of supporters who fear the Egyptian could leave the club next summer.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Take London, which was a clear hotspot (and will continue to be, for some time): Mandarin Oriental opened its second spot in the capital, barely minutes in a limo from its existing Knightsbridge perch, while Maybourne’s soon-to-be aggressive expansion was teed up by the arrival of the sleek Emory.Christopher Cameron, Robb Report, 11 Jan. 2025
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The state has been one of the most aggressive collectors of income taxes paid based on the number of workdays high earners spend there.Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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And perhaps the most noticeable change: BMW eliminated the traditional gauge cluster in the dash in favor of a customizable digital version projected onto the windshield.Abigail Bassett, The Verge, 7 Jan. 2025
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Erivo has long been synonymous with her nails—but her manicures were especially noticeable while promoting Wicked.Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 5 Jan. 2025
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Simmer chili: Bring to a vigorous simmer over high.Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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Stay inside as much as possible and avoid vigorous physical activity when outdoors.Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
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In office, Voinovich corresponded frequently with the state’s most prominent bishops, in Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati.Alec MacGillis, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
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China remains the most prominent long-term threat to U.S. hegemony abroad, the president told the audience — a point of agreement with many in Trump’s circle.Timothy Nerozzi, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 13 Jan. 2025
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After all, we too are drawn to violent, meaningless spectacle to distract us from matters of substance.Chris Vognar, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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When people receive treatment for their psychosis, their chance of violent behavior decreases.3 Challenges With Treatment Both psychosis and schizophrenia can be difficult to treat, mainly because people experiencing either one may be resistant to receiving help.Brittany Dube, Health, 16 Jan. 2025
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That would add another dramatic twist to a story that is full of surprises.John Brandon, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Barring a dramatic turn of the weather, the national semifinal game between Ohio State and Texas will start on time, according to the Cotton Bowl.Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Jan. 2025
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This latest acquisition kicks off a period of more forceful activity for the sales outfit, which had been focusing on four to five acquisitions a year since the pandemic.Ben Croll, Variety, 10 Jan. 2025
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At the same time, some of those who have been forceful advocates of Israel and critics of U.S. assistance to the Lebanese military have often complained that it has been infiltrated by Hezbollah.Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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Are Liverpool really as strong as their commanding lead implies?Oliver Kay, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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The role required Kapoor to maintain a commanding physical presence throughout filming.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Emphatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphatic. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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