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as in emphatic
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
vehement complaints about the restaurant's poor service
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as in intense
extreme in degree, power, or effect
despite the vehement opposition of the club's treasurer, the motion was passed
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as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling
a vehement defender of the rights of minorities
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Recent Examples of vehement
But Spoelstra, as is his wont, was vehement in signaling, striding almost to the free-throw lane.
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 13 Nov. 2024
In fact, Zermelo examined the work of some of the most vehement critics of the axiom of choice and was able to prove that his colleagues—without realizing it—had actually made use of the axiom again and again.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 1 Oct. 2024
Waters, who has frequently drawn the ire of the pro-Israel community for his vehement support of the BDS movement, which calls for boycotts and sanctions against the state of Israel, again rejected the claims of antisemitism.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
If Trump loses, the Harris administration will have highly visible and vehement critics to whom a lot of people listen.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 15 Oct. 2024
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 13 Nov. 2024
In fact, Zermelo examined the work of some of the most vehement critics of the axiom of choice and was able to prove that his colleagues—without realizing it—had actually made use of the axiom again and again.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 1 Oct. 2024
Waters, who has frequently drawn the ire of the pro-Israel community for his vehement support of the BDS movement, which calls for boycotts and sanctions against the state of Israel, again rejected the claims of antisemitism.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
If Trump loses, the Harris administration will have highly visible and vehement critics to whom a lot of people listen.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 15 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vehement
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Early in the first quarter, James had an emphatic dunk in transition, had a chase-down block against Desmond Bane and then tipped in a putback layup during a 20-second stretch to give the Lakers an early lead.Khobi Price, Orange County Register, 16 Dec. 2024
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For a Knicks team grappling with how to match fire with fire in physical battles against grueling NBA defenses, that emphatic screen was a defining moment—a statement of intent.Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 16 Dec. 2024
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Media coverage of Walker’s messy private life has been intense.Oliver Kay, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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Other times, the work requires more intense intervention.Hannah Wiley, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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The newlyweds wake up hungry after a passionate wedding night, which is when Mel remembers that Charmaine never did turn up yesterday.Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Someone passionate about keeping skin hydrated 100% of the time will appreciate it for its intelligent blend of five peptides, 2.5% niacinamide, alongside vitamin- and omega-rich oils, which not only target dryness, but improve skin’s firmness and tone with consistent use.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
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Almost immediately his attorney, Franklin D. Rosenblatt, said there would be a vigorous defense effort for King.Drake Bentley, Journal Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2025
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And back to what Trump is spouting about; this cascade started with the vigorous free press of our reporters and their competitors at the other news outlets covering the NYPD.New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
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These agencies represent just the tip of the iceberg, and DOGE should require intensive across-the-board legacy IT audits.Stuart N. Brotman, Boston Herald, 26 Dec. 2024
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The hotel uses local and regional plants for landscaping that do not rely on intensive irrigation, and of course, there is the organic garden that provides ingredients for the restaurants, which also only uses biodegradable takeout materials.Devorah Lev-Tov, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2024
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At the heart of President Carter’s public service was his fervent commitment to honoring the spark of divinity within every person.Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 29 Dec. 2024
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Ricketts had been a fervent fan of the team while receiving undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Chicago and rooted heavily for Sosa in his captivating home run duel with McGwire and Ken Griffey Jr. in 1998.Phil Rogers, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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The New Interest Rate Environment After a period of aggressive rate hikes to combat inflation, central banks are now easing their approach.Gianluca Sidoti, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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The tight track works perfectly for the Busch Clash, which is known for aggressive racing.David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
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Her co-star and director Justin Baldoni, the outspoken actor highly regarded as one of the industry's fiercest defenders of women.Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
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Enticing notes of lemon confit, citrus blossom and a saline minerality make one yearn for the sea with subtle flavors of nectarine and chamomile tea on the palate with a fierce mineral finish and mouthwatering acidity that is impressive.Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Vehement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vehement. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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