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as in utter
having no exceptions or restrictions
an out-and-out cheater at every game she plays her story is not just an exaggeration, it's an out-and-out lie
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as in thorough
trying all possibilities
mounted an out-and-out effort to find the lost child
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Recent Examples of out-and-out
Amid the typical clamor of summer blockbusters, an out-and-out farce is like an oasis in the desert.
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David Sims, The Atlantic, 1 Aug. 2025
The space: An out-and-out stunning patio perched on an historic spot in The Seaport.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 12 July 2025
Dakota has displayed remarkable versatility over the course of her career, but a true, out-and-out villain role has so far eluded her.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 7 July 2025
And unlike the oddball carbon-fiber hatchback that was once known by that name, the next-generation electric i3 is set to be an out-and-out sedan.
—New Atlas, 6 July 2025
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David Sims, The Atlantic, 1 Aug. 2025
The space: An out-and-out stunning patio perched on an historic spot in The Seaport.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 12 July 2025
Dakota has displayed remarkable versatility over the course of her career, but a true, out-and-out villain role has so far eluded her.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 7 July 2025
And unlike the oddball carbon-fiber hatchback that was once known by that name, the next-generation electric i3 is set to be an out-and-out sedan.
—New Atlas, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for out-and-out
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Here was the postwar American housewife—neatly dressed, pretty, poised, active—stepping unwittingly into a scene of utter depravity and sadism that reflected back at this wholesome young mother the darkest recesses of the human mind.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Sep. 2025
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Such comments demonstrate his utter disregard for and distrust of law enforcement and our legal process.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Sep. 2025
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Our department is committed to a thorough and impartial review.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Sep. 2025
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There were too many instances of big plays that could have been prevented had the initial tackle attempt been successful, and at the very least, a more thorough attempt would have helped slow the ball carrier down.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
10 Sep. 2025
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Maple and Francesca each opted for dresses, with the former donning a semi-sheer black number and the latter choosing a silky brown slip dress matching her father's color palette.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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This trend includes smaller, high-end homes and with buyers favoring places that offer meaningful features over sheer size or clout.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
9 Sep. 2025
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Add in the possibility of more extensive – and costly – work such as bridges, crowns, extractions or implants, and the anxiety can grow even stronger.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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Since marrying Horace at the end of Episode 1, Kimmie has conducted extensive research on Beauty in Black and has been under the mentorship of her husband, who is still alive and currently in Italy, undergoing experimental cancer treatment.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Khusnullin has earned Putin’s unconditional trust due to his lengthy experience in remaking cities.—
Yegor Mostovshikov,
The Dial,
9 Sep. 2025
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Hamas, however, said any talks would not be unconditional—underscoring the entrenchment on both sides.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Difficult Let’s do a complete walkthrough of today’s Difficult Pips.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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The Pats drafted Tyquan Thornton in the second round in 2022 and cut him before his third season was complete.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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The first monthly jobs report released since McEntarfer’s ousting, the June jobs report, which initially reported a gain of 147,000 jobs, has now been revised downward to just 14,000 jobs in the July revision and now an absolute decrease of 13,000 jobs in the August revision.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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These genius finds are absolute miracle workers that not only cut down prep time and save space, but also make cooking a breeze.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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There are no hard and fast rules regarding the frequency of sweeping, as the floor care needs of each home depend on several different factors.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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Alongside this, large-scale genetic studies have revealed sweeping changes in the human brain that are not seen in other mammals.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Out-and-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/out-and-out. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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