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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
The letter is an unequivocal affirmation of Midway Rising’s application of state density bonus law, said Jeannette Temple, an executive at local land-use consulting firm Atlantis Group.
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Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2026
Pichai’s lieutenants hold up his resolute focus on serving the user as an unequivocal good.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 6 May 2026
While it has been suspected, though not confirmed, that McKenzie canceled the piece because of the Palestine content, Goliath was unequivocal at the exhibition’s opening on Monday.
—Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 6 May 2026
Ultimately, while the Captify Pro gets its core job done well, the broader category of waveguide smart glasses is still nascent, and none of the current options get enough right to earn an unequivocal buying recommendation just yet.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
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Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2026
Pichai’s lieutenants hold up his resolute focus on serving the user as an unequivocal good.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 6 May 2026
While it has been suspected, though not confirmed, that McKenzie canceled the piece because of the Palestine content, Goliath was unequivocal at the exhibition’s opening on Monday.
—Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 6 May 2026
Ultimately, while the Captify Pro gets its core job done well, the broader category of waveguide smart glasses is still nascent, and none of the current options get enough right to earn an unequivocal buying recommendation just yet.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unequivocal
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And Monroe's blonde legacy is so unmistakable that Lady Gaga's platinum pose recalls Monroe because of its evocation of Madonna.—
Rebecca Mead,
Allure,
29 May 2026
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Listing agent Tiegen Boberg of Coldwell Banker Realty said the home’s appeal was unmistakable but specific, the kind of property that doesn’t fit neatly into a typical buyer checklist.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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These powerful entities ward off competition through implicit or explicit threats.—
Bozorgmehr Sharafedin,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
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This could show up as being clear on the values the company embraces and how these support innovation, but at the same time being explicit about the actions that will not be tolerated.—
David Morel,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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To further prevent obvious staining, choose darker flooring that won't show mud and dirt as easily.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
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Black is an obvious choice, but purple, red, pink, navy, or even bolder choices like butter yellow, or orange can also work.—
Lauren Jones,
The Spruce,
6 June 2026
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The album has a definite release date, while when the film will come out beyond the festival circuit is still up in the air.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
4 June 2026
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Among the appetizers, wings are a definite crowd favorite.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2026
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The humor resulting from the combination of apparent authenticity, slick social media editing and a compelling mission has prompted speculation among onlookers about the band's true origin.—
Max Bacall , Tessa Hoyos , Nikos DeGruccio,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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The apparent unit of output—a token—is not a stable unit of economic value.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Yet most shipping executives remain unwilling to send their cargo ships through the 21-mile channel until the United States and Iran strike a definitive peace agreement that includes the safe reopening of the strait.—
Vanessa Yurkevich,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
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The comments about the April-to-June quarter, which benefited from blockbuster sports events like the Kentucky Derby and the NBA playoffs, are more definitive than those offered by NBCU parent Comcast earlier this spring.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
2 June 2026
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The divide is particularly evident in apparel.—
Juveria Tabassum,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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This phenomenon was particularly evident last primary, when Bass initially trailed developer Rick Caruso in the mayoral race, but as more ballots came in, Bass continued to gain a lead.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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About 80 times a year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety buys a brand new car for the express purpose of crashing it.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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The dining room attracts area business folk for an express prix-fixe lunch (salmon sashimi and pumpkin gnocchi are two popular options).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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“Unequivocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unequivocal. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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