as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
the straight-out enmity between the two tennis players was unmistakable
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Recent Examples of straight-out
In fact, Primus straight-out declares the robust but lightweight Ulti the most wind-resistant, powerful cooking solution it's ever made.
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New Atlas, 25 Jan. 2025
It’s based on a true story of the Dozier School for Boys, in which boys were just straight-out murdered in North Florida.
—Rebecca Keegan, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
For those of you who might also desire ongoing hard-hitting straight-out coverage of the latest in AI trends, see my column at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2024
Not much mixing, or straight-out– Just attitude, bro.
—Matt Thompson, SPIN, 14 Oct. 2023
Ireland Baldwin is sharing her pregnancy progress with a straight-out-of-the-shower mirror selfie Ireland Baldwin is embracing her baby bump as her pregnancy continues.
—Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2023
New Atlas, 25 Jan. 2025
It’s based on a true story of the Dozier School for Boys, in which boys were just straight-out murdered in North Florida.
—Rebecca Keegan, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
For those of you who might also desire ongoing hard-hitting straight-out coverage of the latest in AI trends, see my column at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2024
Not much mixing, or straight-out– Just attitude, bro.
—Matt Thompson, SPIN, 14 Oct. 2023
Ireland Baldwin is sharing her pregnancy progress with a straight-out-of-the-shower mirror selfie Ireland Baldwin is embracing her baby bump as her pregnancy continues.
—Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for straight-out
Adjective
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But the sheer volume of options in our modern world—especially in digital spheres such as online shopping, streaming services and mobile applications—can overcome the satisfaction of making these choices.—
Uriel Maslansky,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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But sheer athleticism won’t turn him into a celebrity, and his demeanor doesn’t endear him to people—Majors plays Maddox as a sullen and tightly wound outcast whose environment shapes his isolation.—
Hannah Giorgis,
The Atlantic,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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While Ukraine agreed to all U.S. proposals for an unconditional ceasefire and subsequently agreed to plans for a smaller-scale maritime ceasefire, the Russians laid out last week a series of new demands, including the lifting of some U.S. sanctions.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
2 Apr. 2025
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The themes of the game were unconditional love and revenge, which is in line with the series as well.—
Vivian Kwarm,
New York Daily News,
25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In utter disbelief, June responds by getting out of line and following the voice calling her name.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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In the name of utter indulgence, soak in your own private hot tub while tucking into one of the Whirlpool Casitas, a good way to loosen up after a day on the links.—
David Weiss,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Suiting the occasion perfectly, Hocevar turned up for NASCAR's Throwback Weekend at Darlington in a meticulously detailed Dale Earnhardt Sr. 1997 Chevrolet Silverado, complete with period-correct decals and great attention to detail.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Apr. 2025
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Once complete, my fingertips grazed my cold, naked scalp.—
Christina Fang,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Far too many left to get it on three without pure luck.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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To suggest that the cartels might import coca leaves to extract cocaine makes about as much sense as suggesting that someone would import Dom Perignon to secure by chemical processing pure extracts of ethyl alcohol.—
Wade Davis,
Rolling Stone,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But the most viral clips from the show often trend for making either the suitor — or the singles — absolute fools online.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Mayor’s ball is an absolute feast for the senses; the black-and-white costumes, the massive number of performers, the layout and possibility of the space.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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These chatbots, designed for engaging conversation, have become a surprising new frontier for teenage exploration—a space where emotional vulnerability, creative experimentation and outright digital mayhem collide.—
Shrikant Nagori,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Trump’s critics see the IRS cuts as part of a larger campaign to lower taxes on the rich, through outright tax cuts and by enabling wealthy tax evaders.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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That simplicity feels so apt for this show, There's enough here: The production is simple and sweet, while Jonas and Warren exude a certain magnetism.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Kit kept things simple with a traditional dark blue suit, pairing the look with a white shirt and polkadot bowtie and his usual glasses.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Straight-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straight-out. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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