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as in unusual
very different in a way that shocks or surprises people
The outrageous outfit he wore to the party attracted everyone's attention. The talk show host is known for her outrageous opinions.
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as in terrible
standing out because of being very bad or wrong
The student was suspended for his outrageous behavior.
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Recent Examples of outrageous
One of the most effective ways to lower outrageous healthcare costs is to give employers access to their own health plan claims data.
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Jordan Bruneau, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
When The Rocky Horror Show began on stage in London in 1973, it was celebrated for its outrageous, irreverent spirit.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Some 16 years later, TFC had its own outrageous goalkeeper highlight at that same stadium, salvaging a 3-3 draw in the unlikeliest of fashions to become the third goalkeeper in league history to score.
—Avi Creditor, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Doing the opposite of that, showing up to work and ignoring Erika's request, would be disrespectful, outrageous, and the opposite of what the Christian faith Kirk and Shaw shared would lead him to do.
—Mark Harris Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
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Jordan Bruneau, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
When The Rocky Horror Show began on stage in London in 1973, it was celebrated for its outrageous, irreverent spirit.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Some 16 years later, TFC had its own outrageous goalkeeper highlight at that same stadium, salvaging a 3-3 draw in the unlikeliest of fashions to become the third goalkeeper in league history to score.
—Avi Creditor, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Doing the opposite of that, showing up to work and ignoring Erika's request, would be disrespectful, outrageous, and the opposite of what the Christian faith Kirk and Shaw shared would lead him to do.
—Mark Harris Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for outrageous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outrageous
Adjective
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Wednesday’s game, in particular, ended in extremely bizarre fashion with Xavier Edwards turning an unusual unassisted double play with the bases loaded and Freddie Freeman at the plate.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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In an unusual development, the bank published a range of forecasts given the geopolitical uncertainties.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
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The delay seemed to Silva like one more indignity in a terrible series of events that began with her husband’s death in 2024.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacbee.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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The logic here is peak modern NBA, and the league wants to make being slightly below average more rewarding than being truly terrible.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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For Reynders, that outstanding $670,000 is key to making the math work on an ongoing renovation that will drain the library’s capital reserves.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Ingram’s story is remarkable, and his late-season run was equal parts outstanding, sorely needed and unexpected.—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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In the furthest part of space lies Dante 01, a detention facility that houses criminals who have committed the most shocking crimes imaginable.—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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Their latest documentary series looks set to continue that streak, exploring a shocking real case of love, betrayal, and justice.—
Fleurine Tideman,
Glamour,
25 Apr. 2026
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Upset over a bizarre technical foul in Game 2, Booker unloaded on the refs, particularly James Williams.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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The New York Giants had a completely bizarre draft on Thursday – one that even left star wide receiver Malik Nabers visibly frustrated during his own simulcast with Green Bay Packers linebacker Micah Parsons.—
Ryan Gaydos OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Biopics entertain their own special relationship to the truth, but how often is one railed as inaccurate to the point of blatant dishonesty?—
Jasmine Vojdani,
Vulture,
24 Apr. 2026
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These complaints demonstrate a clear and consistent pattern of obfuscation and blatant disregard of campaign finance laws.—
John Gates,
Denver Post,
9 Apr. 2026
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This would be much funnier if Rimura were, indeed, simply a slime.—
Beatrice Loayza,
Variety,
1 May 2026
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Just being more confident in my choice of what is funny and what’s not.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Their banter is empty because outside the season’s premiere, The Boys hasn’t actually shown us this awful America, and how everyone within it, including celebrities, are at risk.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
29 Apr. 2026
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This state has had some awful governors, but none in modern times ever attempted anything so repugnant as exposing more children to deadly diseases, as DeSantis has.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Outrageous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outrageous. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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