1
as in unmistakable
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
few of the candidates have yet staked out unequivocal positions on the hot-button issues
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as in explicit
so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning
the directions on the vial state in clear and unequivocal language that the drug should not be taken by pregnant women
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Recent Examples of unequivocal
Tom Little | Reuters Asked about Trump’s fixation on making Greenland a part of the U.S., the president-elect’s incoming national security advisor, Rep. Michael Waltz, R-Fla., was unequivocal.
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Sam Meredith, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2025
Our responsibility as educators is unequivocal—to ensure every student—regardless of race, socioeconomic status, or background—has the equal opportunity to succeed.
—John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
To Michaels’s way of thinking, precision in comedy is as unequivocal as a surgeon’s cut.
—Susan Morrison, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
Those twin acts of unequivocal support were taken too much for granted in their moments.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Jan. 2025
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Sam Meredith, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2025
Our responsibility as educators is unequivocal—to ensure every student—regardless of race, socioeconomic status, or background—has the equal opportunity to succeed.
—John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
To Michaels’s way of thinking, precision in comedy is as unequivocal as a surgeon’s cut.
—Susan Morrison, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
Those twin acts of unequivocal support were taken too much for granted in their moments.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unequivocal
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In talking to more than 20 people about Johnson’s background and rise through the business, two things were unmistakable.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
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Sivan’s love of tradition and craftsmanship was unmistakable and his collection will be a welcome addition to retail this fall.—
Layla Ilchi,
WWD,
7 Feb. 2025
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Romano has made no explicit political endorsements or affiliations.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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The panel tries in vain to figure out why conservative critics who objected to Lamar largely overlooked Batiste’s more explicit statement. Conservatives who seemed outraged by the very existence of Lamar’s performance crystallized America’s cultural divide.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2025
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If Hollywood waves are the definition of classic hair, then the makeup equivalent is certainly obvious.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
9 Feb. 2025
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With New York Fashion Week underway, the most obvious place to scout for fresh haircut inspiration would be backstage.—
Jacqueline Kilikita,
refinery29.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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Low-temperature whites were yellowish and warm, while high-temp whites had a definite blueish hue and were much more brilliant.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
15 Feb. 2025
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There has been a definite shift in mentality; Newcastle are no longer intimidated by these quality teams — or their own history.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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The Sixers lose to all sorts of teams, with no apparent traits that should target Philadelphia’s weakness.—
Jared Weiss,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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The film’s general rigidity and lack of thrills become more apparent when Levi accidentally falls into the gorge.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 Feb. 2025
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The dual themes gave audiences plenty to unpack and the references mentioned here are not by any means a definitive or exhaustive list of all that was included.—
Kevin Dolak,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Feb. 2025
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This 1989 build is No. 26 of the 29 made, and one of nine finished in the model’s definitive Blutengelb (Blossom Yellow) paint.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2025
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His performance in junior open-wheel racing is evident from his title win in the 2018 USF Pro 2000 Championship and his P2 finish in the 2019 Indy Lights series.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
16 Feb. 2025
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And when the crosses did come on — Alex Iwobi also delivered eight from the other wing — the extra body Nuno wanted in defence was not always evident.—
Paul Taylor,
The Athletic,
16 Feb. 2025
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The author had started with fantasy, then moved into paranormal, and then contemporary dark romance — all with the express purpose of laying the groundwork for her eventual big hit.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2025
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In addition, the Secretary of State ('SoS') has been granted the further authority to prohibit the provider from disclosing any information about such a requirement to its users or the public without the SoS's express permission.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Unequivocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unequivocal. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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