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as in independent
not favoring or joined to either side in a quarrel, contest, or war
Sweden remained neutral during World War II, refusing to join either side in the conflict
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as in boring
lacking in distinctive features or qualities
the hero is the novel's only fully fleshed person, all the others being rather neutral characters who are just there to advance the plot
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Recent Examples of neutral
The basic principles are simple: enlist layers, neutral, earthy tones, and build interest with varied textures.
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Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2025
Of the respondents who were neutral, 44 percent were Republican and 45.9 percent were Democrat.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
The moody dining room contrasts the light, neutral kitchen, adding further dimension to the space.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 5 Feb. 2025
Most countries were of a mind to try to stay neutral between the two powers and maintain good relations with both Washington and Beijing.
—Quico Toro, The Atlantic, 27 Jan. 2025
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Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2025
Of the respondents who were neutral, 44 percent were Republican and 45.9 percent were Democrat.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
The moody dining room contrasts the light, neutral kitchen, adding further dimension to the space.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 5 Feb. 2025
Most countries were of a mind to try to stay neutral between the two powers and maintain good relations with both Washington and Beijing.
—Quico Toro, The Atlantic, 27 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for neutral
Adjective
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Canyon County Prosecutor Bryan Taylor, who left the agency last year, then tapped state police to open an independent investigation, which was closed in July after an outside prosecutor concluded Ingram didn’t violate state law.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Feb. 2025
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By taking these actions, the FCC is ignoring that Congress set us up to act as an independent agency.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
8 Feb. 2025
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Harris, the narrator’s husband: Paul Mescal or Nick Kroll Can Ireland's sexiest chain-wearer reinvent himself as a boring straight guy who's not entirely fulfilling his wife?—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
13 Feb. 2025
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From awful ads to a divisive halftime show to a boring game, 10 things to forget.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2025
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In 1992, the first free elections in Iraq’s history were held in the Kurdish autonomous zone.—
Sefa Secen & Serhun Al / Made by History,
TIME,
7 Feb. 2025
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The car-sized FLEX — which will be able to carry two astronauts or operate in autonomous mode — will touch down on the moon for the first time aboard a SpaceX Starship lander as soon as late 2026.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
6 Feb. 2025
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Photo: Getty Images For the event, Jolie opted for her signature style of simple elegance with a boho touch, wearing a sheer beige lace dress with relaxed sleeves and V-neckline from Elie Saab’s spring 2025 collection.—
Fernanda Pérez Sánchez,
Vogue,
8 Feb. 2025
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Available in a camel, beige, or ivory color, the play tunnel is pretty enough to stay unobtrusively in your living space.—
Chaunie Brusie, RN,
Parents,
7 Feb. 2025
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The federal courts must push back to protect the application of impartial justice.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
16 Feb. 2025
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Civil rights groups on Friday urged Trump to appoint an impartial leader to head the nation's largest statistical agency, while some fellow researchers said Santos' decision was a sad one for the future of the U.S. Census.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Glenn was noncommittal about Rodgers ‘ status during his introductory press conference on Jan. 27.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
13 Feb. 2025
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Ford, with the poultry federation, was noncommittal when he was asked whether his group would be in favor of a buyout of farmers who are growing birds in floodplains.—
Gavin Off,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Jan. 2025
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Brandon Rivers, executive director of the Charlotte Democracy Center, said his group is nonpartisan.—
Ryan Oehrli,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Feb. 2025
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The six-year terms reflect a goal of establishing a largely nonpartisan governing board, since presidents usually appoint board members aligned with their own party.—
E. Andrew Taylor,
The Conversation,
17 Feb. 2025
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Here are the risks and rewards, according to a strategist Share Donald Trump wants a sovereign wealth fund.—
Jackie Snow,
Quartz,
8 Feb. 2025
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Her reign lasted for 70 years and 214 days – second only to France's King Louis XIV among European sovereign states, according to Sky History's website.—
Peter Burke,
Fox News,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Neutral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neutral. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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