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as in impartial
marked by justice, honesty, and freedom from bias
made a nonpartisan decision that satisfied all concerned
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as in neutral
not favoring or joined to either side in a quarrel, contest, or war
nonpartisan observers who were there to ensure a fair election
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Recent Examples of nonpartisan
With control of the court on the line, the formally nonpartisan election was always going to be expensive and hard-fought, but Mr. Musk’s investment beginning in mid-February supercharged the stakes, attention and cash flowing into the state.
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Reid J. Epstein, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2025
Additionally, Schimel's cozying up to President Donald Trump in a technically nonpartisan race wasn't successful either.
—Averi Harper, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2025
Though the race is technically nonpartisan, Underly was backed by the state Democratic Party and Wisconsin Education Association Council (WEAC), while Kinser, an education consultant who has advocated for school choice, was backed by the state GOP, among other groups.
—Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 2 Apr. 2025
While the race was officially nonpartisan, Trump, Musk and other Republicans supported Schimel, while Democrats including former president Barack Obama backed Crawford.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
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Reid J. Epstein, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2025
Additionally, Schimel's cozying up to President Donald Trump in a technically nonpartisan race wasn't successful either.
—Averi Harper, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2025
Though the race is technically nonpartisan, Underly was backed by the state Democratic Party and Wisconsin Education Association Council (WEAC), while Kinser, an education consultant who has advocated for school choice, was backed by the state GOP, among other groups.
—Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 2 Apr. 2025
While the race was officially nonpartisan, Trump, Musk and other Republicans supported Schimel, while Democrats including former president Barack Obama backed Crawford.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonpartisan
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Check impartial sources such as the Better Business Bureau (BBB) or the Consumer FInancial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to ensure that the feedback given to your potential debt settlement company is legitimate.—
Víctor Rosario,
Sacbee.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Both roles involve significant fiduciary obligations, including managing property prudently, avoiding conflicts of interest, making impartial decisions among beneficiaries, and adhering to the terms and intentions of the governing legal documents.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The stain-resistant rug features abstract, geometric patterns and varying shades of beige for a neutral, polished look.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Mar. 2025
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Test for Clarity and Differentiation – Ask a neutral third party to summarize your core message.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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When equipped with innovative technology and supported by local health facilities, Village Health Workers play an indispensable role in meeting the primary care needs of their communities and advancing equitable care for children living with NCDs in Zimbabwe.—
Cynthia Tully,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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These numbers reflect deep disparities and highlight the urgent need for a more equitable, culturally responsive approach to early literacy instruction across the state.—
Ken Barela,
Hartford Courant,
3 Apr. 2025
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As of last May, filings with the state of Texas indicated that 78% of CFP Administration LLC’s ownership was held in equal 15.6% shares by the Big Ten, ACC, SEC, Big 12 and Pac-12.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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That is: when revenues (the top line) fluctuate, all other things held equal, Delta's earnings should not swing as widely as American's due to lower operating leverage.—
GuruFocus,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Nonpartisan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonpartisan. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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