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as in abrupt
being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner
rural folks are often known for their downright speech, as they are generally not ones to beat around the bush
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2
as in utter
having no exceptions or restrictions
that's a downright lie, and you know it
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as in absolutely
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Recent Examples of downright
Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 23 July 2025
These unpredictable, and often downright unfavorable, conditions are already impacting event attendance.
—Shawn Pierce, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 15 July 2025
After all the criticism, the skepticism, the downright sanctimony about the most controversial topic in New York sports — the exhausting, overburdening minutes — the Knicks lost a game, the narrative will go, because neither Hart nor Brunson played enough of crunch time.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Yet Ozzy’s voice sounded so benign and compassionate, downright vulnerable.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 23 July 2025
These unpredictable, and often downright unfavorable, conditions are already impacting event attendance.
—Shawn Pierce, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Adverb
Nintendo rarely offers discounts this good, so this deal of $100 off is a downright steal.
—Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 15 July 2025
After all the criticism, the skepticism, the downright sanctimony about the most controversial topic in New York sports — the exhausting, overburdening minutes — the Knicks lost a game, the narrative will go, because neither Hart nor Brunson played enough of crunch time.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for downright
Adjective
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But Jose says the sudden overall enthusiasm for food additive regulation reflects consumer frustration with federal inaction and an abrupt political embrace of the issue by conservative lawmakers historically resistant to regulation.—
Yuki Noguchi,
NPR,
30 July 2025
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The exact reasons for the abrupt March departure of Kroger's CEO have remained a mystery.—
Alexander Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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After the huge success of the single-player Hogwarts Legacy and the utter disaster that was the live-service Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, the demand from David Zaslav at the top was…more live-service games.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Maybe this season’s utter collapse will be a wakeup call.—
The Athletic MLB Staff,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
Adverb
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Gorgeous fresh fruits and veggies themselves are absolutely worthy of display, like using carrots in a vase as part of a centerpiece, or a gorgeous radish as a table flourish.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 July 2025
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The behavior displayed is nothing short of cruel and absolutely unacceptable ...—
Aaron Valdez,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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That whimsical feeling correlates with the brand’s more blunt tone about ingredients used in our food system.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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But compared to the other major metros in Texas, Austin has a blunt dividing line between its A- and F-rated schools.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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Some deliver a sheer, just-back-from-vacation glow; others lean richer, with light-reflecting pigments and true bronze color payoff.—
Claire Sullivan,
Footwear News,
1 Aug. 2025
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But a continuous thread was a Daphne Blake-esque purple; in pea coats, sheer dresses, billowing blouses, and a monochromatic heels and stockings combo.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
1 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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When the cop refuses the bribe, Reacher saves the man’s life … by love-tapping him out cold before Angel can shoot him.—
Chris Klimek,
Vulture,
20 Feb. 2025
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This time, the idea of a comeback stopped Canada cold.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For beginners, Bravo recommends starting with short sessions and using a handle for support while your body adapts.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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Along the way, people asked him to orchestrate short pieces, then conduct some sessions.—
George Bradt,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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To see the process and attention to detail required was an absolute joy.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
30 July 2025
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Instead, all the chatter on that October 2005 morning was focused on the absolute madman chain-smoking and mainlining coffee to a degree never witnessed before.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
30 July 2025
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“Downright.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/downright. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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