1
as in distorted
inclined to favor one side over another
that judge is always partial to the defense, so be careful
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2
as in inclined
having a liking or affection
partial to chocolate cake
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3
as in incomplete
lacking some necessary part
a partial answer to the problem
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Recent Examples of partial
Faster liquidity for investors: Investors can realize partial tax-free gains after just three years, encouraging more early-stage investment.
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Sydney Lake, Fortune, 8 July 2025
The camera view gives a partial glimpse of a common area in the facility, with Epstein’s cell door out of frame to the right.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2025
While a partial Trump win on nationwide injunctions, challenges can continue.
—Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 27 June 2025
This is why President Trump’s reaction to the commitment by NATO members at their recent summit to more than double their defense-spending target is welcome, even if a partial opt-out for Spain is not.
—The Editors, National Review, 27 June 2025
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Sydney Lake, Fortune, 8 July 2025
The camera view gives a partial glimpse of a common area in the facility, with Epstein’s cell door out of frame to the right.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2025
While a partial Trump win on nationwide injunctions, challenges can continue.
—Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 27 June 2025
This is why President Trump’s reaction to the commitment by NATO members at their recent summit to more than double their defense-spending target is welcome, even if a partial opt-out for Spain is not.
—The Editors, National Review, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for partial
Adjective
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These protective thoughts are normal, but unhelpful and may be a little distorted.—
Chamin Ajjan,
CNBC,
12 July 2025
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The distorted, slow-motion sound feels like sinking quicksand, and the ornamental qanun strings are perfect for Abu Dhabi plug talk.—
Peter A. Berry,
Variety,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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But the Padres seem more inclined to add to that strength than deal from it.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 July 2025
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Pence, however, isn't inclined to throw rocks or to vilify his political opponents.—
Jim Martin,
IndyStar,
4 July 2025
Adjective
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My trip to Bengaluru was incomplete without meeting her.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 July 2025
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Instead of launching a new strategy based on blind instinct or incomplete data, organizations can make informed choices with a clearer sense of the likely trajectory.—
Aytekin Tank,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Forced to work in a more hostile environment than.when it was first established in 2019, the mission faces limited options for evacuations due to the ongoing suspension of international commercial flights, and mobility, because of gangs’ ongoing gang encirclement of Port-au-Prince.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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From retail shops to corner bodegas and independent grocery stores, the past few years have not only forced small business owners to confront staggering economic challenges, but also a needlessly hostile regulatory environment brought on by out-of-touch policymakers.—
Tosha Miller,
New York Daily News,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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Generator safety Generators and fuel should always be used outdoors and at least 20 feet away from windows, doors and attached garages.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
The Courier-Journal,
2 July 2025
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Videos of Usher’s flirtatious antics with female fans at his shows tend to make the social media rounds and spark discussions about how attached women should respond when the singer moves in on them.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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The new instructions tell it to assume some media information is biased.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
8 July 2025
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The case of Amazon’s AI recruiting tool, which was found to disadvantage female applicants due to biased training data, remains a cautionary example.—
Gary Drenik,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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This retro cake will bring back fond memories of our parents and grandparents.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
12 July 2025
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The fond memories of former Esperanza football coach Gary Meek flowed eagerly from colleagues and family members Thursday after his death at age 76.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
11 July 2025
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In recent years, the race has become increasingly polarized, with partisan groups continuing to back their party's preferred candidate.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
14 July 2025
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However, some critics have raised concerns that national partisan elections could drown out information about local candidates, while others have suggested there are political motives behind the date changes.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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“Partial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/partial. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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