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Recent Examples of uncontrived
Everything feels uncontrived to me.
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Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 9 July 2021
But in Patel's brooding, uncontrived performance, Gawain is remarkably alive as a man — like Patel's David Copperfield — figuring himself out.
—Jake Coyle, Star Tribune, 28 July 2021
For hip-hop fans, Pop Smoke’s growling delivery, uncontrived approach and organic fame represented a return of authenticity and realism, industry executives say.
—Neil Shah, WSJ, 15 July 2021
The line is sophisticated, but has a uncontrived spirit that plays on masculine, feminine, and historical references.
—Marina Liao, Marie Claire, 5 Mar. 2019
After all, the siblings’ love of sportif-chic details, '90s influences, and uncontrived chic is one that has been cultivated in tandem.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2018
Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 9 July 2021
But in Patel's brooding, uncontrived performance, Gawain is remarkably alive as a man — like Patel's David Copperfield — figuring himself out.
—Jake Coyle, Star Tribune, 28 July 2021
For hip-hop fans, Pop Smoke’s growling delivery, uncontrived approach and organic fame represented a return of authenticity and realism, industry executives say.
—Neil Shah, WSJ, 15 July 2021
The line is sophisticated, but has a uncontrived spirit that plays on masculine, feminine, and historical references.
—Marina Liao, Marie Claire, 5 Mar. 2019
After all, the siblings’ love of sportif-chic details, '90s influences, and uncontrived chic is one that has been cultivated in tandem.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncontrived
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The spontaneous TikTok video has struck a chord with many viewers on the platform who weighed in on how the brand styled its stores in the past.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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There are benefits to being in the same space—like brainstorming in real-time, spontaneous problem-solving, and just reconnecting as a team.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Sundance is rolling towards us and so far our packaging has been unaffected.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2025
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Sound bake-offs in the Bay Area, New York and London are unaffected, while hair and makeup and visual effects bake-offs will be replaced with virtual discussions.Matt Brennan, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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When someone in a group chat does have a genuine problem, the dynamic typically doesn’t allow for its discussion.Matthew Schnipper, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2025
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Some delighted in watching the influencer from the polarizing Kardashian family feel less-than-welcome at an awards ceremony honoring genuine artistic talent.Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2025
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In the third set, the Japanese player continued to improve and wrapped up the match with 33 winners to 27 unforced errors, while Muchova hit 27 winners to 29 unforced errors.Manasi Pathak, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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The Bears, however, made several unforced errors that set their offense back.Kevin Fishbain, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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The authentic Irish feel Nora Mac is actually the name of owner Denis McDonagh’s grandmother.Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 9 Jan. 2025
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To make the scene look a little more authentic, the set designer spreads around some dirt.Rick Bragg, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2025
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All that’s there is an artless effort to provoke outrage — Tony Hinchcliffe with the world’s strongest Boston accent.Joe Berkowitz, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2024
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The untenable toxicity of this artless warfare has led some researchers to rethink the ancient script—and flip it: know yourself, know your enemy.Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 15 July 2024
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The court ruled then for the first time that former presidents have broad immunity from prosecution, ending any realistic prospect Trump could be tried before the November election.Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2025
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That said, completing virtually any realistic deal will be a major challenge.John Hollinger, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Like Fisher, his real world experiences have informed his attempts to shape ideas.John Tamny, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Pulley’s novel is inspired by real events: In September 1957, an explosion in the Soviet Union spread radioactive material, causing mass evacuations and contamination.Vanessa Armstrong, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Uncontrived.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncontrived. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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