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as in pure
free from added matter
an unadulterated solution is required for the experiment
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as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
the unadulterated nonsense that you sometimes hear from political pundits on TV
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Recent Examples of unadulterated
There was something about that enthusiasm and that raw, unadulterated joy that really affected me.
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Michael Schulman, The New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2025
Plus, there’s something to be said for pure, unadulterated, childlike play.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
The pure unadulterated joy on Darnold’s face said more than words ever could.
—Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 31 Dec. 2024
But the chance to dance disco moves in the world’s most-famous museum allows for an entirely new emotion: pure, unadulterated joy.
—Bryant Rousseau, New York Times, 29 Dec. 2024
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Michael Schulman, The New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2025
Plus, there’s something to be said for pure, unadulterated, childlike play.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
The pure unadulterated joy on Darnold’s face said more than words ever could.
—Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 31 Dec. 2024
But the chance to dance disco moves in the world’s most-famous museum allows for an entirely new emotion: pure, unadulterated joy.
—Bryant Rousseau, New York Times, 29 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unadulterated
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The Shielding Suit, a futuristic tracksuit made of pure silver, provides comprehensive protection against various forms of tracking and surveillance.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
17 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, Butler's pure feistiness should help Golden State in terms of toughness on the court.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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Catch up quick: In the mid-19th century, Crum — a chef at Moon's Lake House in Saratoga Springs, New York — changed food history out of sheer frustration.—
Delano Massey,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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The cars were also judged on the basis of innovation, sheer sumptuousness, and importance, with nine experts voting on the results.—
Raphael Orlove,
Robb Report,
27 Feb. 2025
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Since 2014, Ukraine has been subjected to a level of violence and criminality that reflects Russia’s utter contempt for the laws of armed conflict.—
The Editors,
National Review,
20 Feb. 2025
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United went on to end the 2021-22 campaign in utter turmoil, with players in revolt and Ralf Rangnick as interim manager, but still placed sixth.—
Laurie Whitwell,
The Athletic,
16 Feb. 2025
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No matter the qualities of an apartment, Munden said the best place for a dog is with an owner willing to give unconditional love to the canine.—
Krystal Nurse,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Families should expect to see themes around empathy, unconditional love, overcoming trials, and taking hold of responsibility.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
18 Feb. 2025
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Stats TFLs 7 Sacks 5 QB hits 10 Pressure rate 14.2% Snap rate 47.4% Eagles DT Tier 1 5 Chris Godwin Age: 29 Height: 6-1 Weight: 209 Godwin was on an absolute heater through seven games of 2024 and en route to a career year before a gruesome ankle dislocation ended his season and required surgery.—
Vic Tafur,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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During the English-comprehension section, which requires absolute silence, air-traffic control suspends all takeoffs and landings.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Fried was talking about 1978, when Guidry also had a 1.74 ERA in 35 starts, including 16 complete games and nine shutouts.—
Brendan Kuty,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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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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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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As the camera panned to the audience during the song, the Yellowstone alum, 70, could be seen clutching the sides of his head, seemingly in total awe of the 78-year-old music legend.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
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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Yellow is the simplest, and purple is the most difficult.—
New York Times Games,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Unadulterated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unadulterated. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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