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as in arbitrary
exercising power or authority without interference by others
Russia's absolute monarchy effectively ceased to be when Czar Nicholas II promised to share power with a legislative body
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as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
ironing is an absolute bore I want the absolute truth
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as in perfect
being entirely without fault or flaw
a formal living room decorated with absolute taste
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as in pure
free from added matter
absolute alcohol
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as in conclusive
serving to put an end to all debate or questioning
absolute proof of her innocence
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Recent Examples of absolute
These were the absolute most profitable companies in human history.
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Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
For those seeking an intimate connection with nature, the Lifestyle Rooms feature a private terrace overlooking the infinity pool, creating a sense of retreat, privacy, and absolute harmony.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The absolute minimum spacing for tomato plants is 18 to 24 inches between plants and three feet between rows for determinate tomato varieties.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 23 Apr. 2026
Four competitive teams in District 3-6A District 3-6A is an absolute war at the top, with Mansfield Lake Ridge, Boswell and Mansfield all having 8-3 district records.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
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Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
For those seeking an intimate connection with nature, the Lifestyle Rooms feature a private terrace overlooking the infinity pool, creating a sense of retreat, privacy, and absolute harmony.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The absolute minimum spacing for tomato plants is 18 to 24 inches between plants and three feet between rows for determinate tomato varieties.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 23 Apr. 2026
Four competitive teams in District 3-6A District 3-6A is an absolute war at the top, with Mansfield Lake Ridge, Boswell and Mansfield all having 8-3 district records.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absolute
Adjective
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The fundamental processes governing brain health — genetics, neural and synaptic plasticity, and neuroinflammation — do not respect the arbitrary boundaries drawn between neurology and psychiatry.—
Eric J. Nestler,
STAT,
28 Apr. 2026
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White-Jacket did cause a stir with its discussion of the arbitrary and cruel use of flogging in the US Navy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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The series poignantly addresses the complexities of teenage struggles, particularly through Justin’s undiagnosed ADHD and Keisha’s experience of trauma, emphasizing the importance of unconditional support and the intersection of mental health with race and class in today’s world.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
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The limited goal of bringing the regime to heel expanded immediately into its unconditional surrender and potential annihilation.—
Fintan O’Toole,
The New York Review of Books,
9 Apr. 2026
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The breezy material is perfect for keeping cool during the day, yet dressy enough to pair with sandals and a slinky top for an evening out.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
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Set yourself up for summer entertaining with this rearrangeable option that fits up to six people, or snag a dining table and stools that a reviewer said are perfect for al fresco meals.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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Beyond that, he’s motivated by pure self-interest.—
Cressida Leyshon,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Jets are in need of talent up and down the roster and getting possibly the best pure pass rusher in the class is a good place to start.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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The research is not conclusive on the use of GLP-1 and Alzheimer’s, but some preliminary data is encouraging.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
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Experts as a whole say more research is needed to give a conclusive answer about benefits and risks.—
Hannah Yasharoff,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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An especially visually striking debut, Mosquitoes exists in a saturated hyperreality that is consummately engrossing, and announces the Bertani sisters as formidable portraitists of girlhood cast against the backdrop of an alternately beautiful and oppressive world.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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Snakes, freeways, difficult men and Didion’s quiet brutality hang in the air like the oppressive heat of this unusually warm spring day.—
Maddie Connors,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Everyone was right to describe the cans produced by Piero Manzoni, and dubbed Merda d’Artista, as utter crap.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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These are songs of utter persistence, of utter utterness.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Abney doesn’t have the ideal size for the position, which has likely contributed to him still being available.—
Jon Machota,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Jacas took a pre-draft visit to New England that helped sell him as an ideal fit for the Patriots.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Absolute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absolute. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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