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as in unmistakable
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
few of the candidates have yet staked out unequivocal positions on the hot-button issues
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as in explicit
so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning
the directions on the vial state in clear and unequivocal language that the drug should not be taken by pregnant women
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Recent Examples of unequivocal
Every violation must be met with an immediate and unequivocal response.
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Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
In Missouri, Colorado, New York, Maryland, Arizona, Montana, Nevada, and Florida — the majority of voters were clear and unequivocal: people are dying.
—Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024
In a different cultural climate, Felix’s deliberate and unequivocal marketing of herself as not just a woman in sports but a mother in sports might be less relevant.
—Macaela MacKenzie, Glamour, 3 Oct. 2024
Cabello believes that the answer to that question is an unequivocal yes, but that’s up for grabs.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024
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Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
In Missouri, Colorado, New York, Maryland, Arizona, Montana, Nevada, and Florida — the majority of voters were clear and unequivocal: people are dying.
—Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024
In a different cultural climate, Felix’s deliberate and unequivocal marketing of herself as not just a woman in sports but a mother in sports might be less relevant.
—Macaela MacKenzie, Glamour, 3 Oct. 2024
Cabello believes that the answer to that question is an unequivocal yes, but that’s up for grabs.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024
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Its high proof is unmistakable but well-integrated, allowing the rich flavors to shine.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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His voice — raw, nasal, scratchy but full of passion, anger and wry wisdom — is near enough to the original to be unmistakable and yet colored by the actor’s persona to a degree that suggests something closer to symbiosis than impersonation.David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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The resultant climax is actually real here — there’s no condensed milk substitute in sight — but Mitchell’s explicit moment of self-love isn’t just included for shock value.David Opie, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
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The judge in Ramirez’s case prohibited her from engaging in nursing activities without explicit permission following her February 2024 arrest.Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 6 Dec. 2024
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But for bitcoin investors who have seen a strong rise in the value of their investment, luxury goods — a designer handbag or high-end watch — are an obvious choice for diversifying one's portfolio, analysts say.Mimosa Spencer, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Is obvious that with new payment methods come new fraud vectors, and there are many issues that must be resolved before consumers can really take advantage of the new technology to ditch the mundane and free their minds for more value-adding distractions.David G.W. Birch, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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The district recently outlined definite cuts and future potential cuts on its website.Madeline Mitchell, The Enquirer, 12 Dec. 2024
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While Elba and Reeves were clearly being light-hearted in their response, there's definite demand for more live-action Sonic, whether in film or series form.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Though the Dodgers reportedly had the most funds available to spend on the 2024 class, Sasaki’s apparent shift to the 2025 class should not sway much in what is expected to be a dogged pursuit of the Japanese right-hander.Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
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Furthermore, the information was not recovered by journalists or authorities, who were able to quickly uncover Mangione's apparent social media profiles including his Goodreads, LinkedIn, and Instagram accounts.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Looking ahead to 2025, ‘Mocha Mousse’ is what’s being hailed as the definitive color of the moment.Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
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The growing emphasis on quality and professionalism in the marketplace is evident in this new era of Amazon.Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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This was evident in various ways, both minor and significant.Kinsey Gidick, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Dec. 2024
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The express aim of a deload week is to give the body time to recover from the fatigue and damage that can be caused by periods of intense training.Daniel Brayson, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
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The express clean mode will give you a powerful clean that’s dry and ready to tread on in 30 minutes.Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
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“Unequivocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unequivocal. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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