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Recent Examples of credibly
Or did the Constitution’s system of checks and balances imply that the Washington administration could not credibly investigate itself?
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Claire Leavitt, The Conversation, 4 Feb. 2026
Neither the current nor the former president has been credibly accused of wrongdoing.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 3 Feb. 2026
Keep a distance from any encounter — the ACLU of Florida recommends at least 15 feet — so officers cannot credibly accuse you of interfering.
—The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
But Terri Taylor did absolutely top-tier casting of the credibly creepy white suburb that hides The Sunken Place.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 2 Feb. 2026
Nonetheless, recent events may give each just enough breathing room to credibly take a mulligan on the 2025-26 season and restock for one more honest try in 2026-27.
—John Hollinger, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026
Some companies will be able to meet that bar, quickly and credibly.
—Vivian Toh, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Petrocelli contends the plaintiffs can’t credibly argue they were influenced by Ballmer when their association predated his, and was allegedly based on their reliance on Sandberg’s assurances.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 16 Jan. 2026
His government has been credibly linked to large-scale corruption, authoritarian repression and longstanding ties to illicit drug trafficking networks that have destabilized the region.
—Richard Kiy, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
Claire Leavitt, The Conversation, 4 Feb. 2026
Neither the current nor the former president has been credibly accused of wrongdoing.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 3 Feb. 2026
Keep a distance from any encounter — the ACLU of Florida recommends at least 15 feet — so officers cannot credibly accuse you of interfering.
—The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
But Terri Taylor did absolutely top-tier casting of the credibly creepy white suburb that hides The Sunken Place.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 2 Feb. 2026
Nonetheless, recent events may give each just enough breathing room to credibly take a mulligan on the 2025-26 season and restock for one more honest try in 2026-27.
—John Hollinger, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026
Some companies will be able to meet that bar, quickly and credibly.
—Vivian Toh, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Petrocelli contends the plaintiffs can’t credibly argue they were influenced by Ballmer when their association predated his, and was allegedly based on their reliance on Sandberg’s assurances.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 16 Jan. 2026
His government has been credibly linked to large-scale corruption, authoritarian repression and longstanding ties to illicit drug trafficking networks that have destabilized the region.
—Richard Kiy, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for credibly
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Packed within that initial exchange is believably casual dialogue that conveys not only their inner concerns but also their relationship to their environment.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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The movie also has an ace in the hole with Glen Powell, one of the few contemporary alpha-charisma actors that feel built for stuff like this and believably might have been bred in a farm upstate that specializes in All-American movie stars with gajillion-watt grins.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
11 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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The No Vigilantes Act required any law enforcement officer operating in California to visibly display identification, including the name of their agency and their name or badge number, except in undercover and other specific scenarios.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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But with a mini injury crisis in Alexander Blessin’s midfield, Irvine managed 90 minutes against Stuttgart, visibly limping during the game and running with obvious discomfort, but still playing extremely well.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Some are strong sellers that are being made available at sizeable discounts, while others are older medications, have inexpensive generic alternatives or are being offered at prices that are probably comparable to what drugmakers receive from insurers.—
Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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Most are passionate about food and/or art, probably the two leading draws for anyone visiting San Miguel.—
Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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In a news conference Friday, a spokesperson for the Pest County Police Headquarters said an explosion in one of the rooms likely caused the fire.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Feb. 2026
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The biggest break in the case came earlier this week, when chilling video from her porch was recovered and showed a suspect approaching her home during the window when authorities say she was likely taken.—
Liz Kreutz,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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The beginning of Lent for many Catholics is marked by Ash Wednesday, when faithfuls are blessed at a religious service with ash on their forehead to externally symbolize their transition into the spiritual season.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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The work that doesn’t scream the loudest internally but decides who wins externally.—
Erik Huberman,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Costco, never an outspoken supporter of DEI, did not outwardly tie its brand to diversity and inclusion as closely as other companies.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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Her parents, while outwardly encouraging, remained worried.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
5 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Sign Pickens to an extension The quickest final conclusion that could possibly happen is the team simply signing him to a long-term extension before March 11.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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The Republican-majority Indiana House is expected to take up the Bears legislation, and possibly make changes, before lawmakers aim to adjourn February 27.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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And yes, apparently that was a real wedding that happened during the halftime show, according to Variety.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Panarin has a no-move clause, and apparently was quite willing to use it as leverage to control his destination.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Credibly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/credibly. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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