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Recent Examples of palpably
This past Monday, Bongino returned, on Rumble, a YouTube competitor that is popular among right-wing content creators, and was palpably in his element—at least, until his stream cut out.
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Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2026
That city, vibrant, westernized yet steeped in tradition was so palpably eager to grow alongside the modern world.
—Maryam Lieberman, HollywoodReporter, 23 Jan. 2026
That sentiment is applicable to the film itself, as its now elderly subjects discover — and are palpably moved by — the extent to which their boycott has resonated with Chilean families for over four decades.
—Josh Slater-Williams, IndieWire, 22 Jan. 2026
At the same time, the provocative words and actions of Becca Good, moments before her wife’s frantic departure, palpably elevated the overall tension level.
—Laurence Miller, Sun Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
Second, because the American backers of this strategy are so palpably indifferent to democracy themselves.
—Quico Toro, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Though the 1948 British drama of the same name may be the most famous iteration, this twisted modern take is palpably tense and absolutely worth your time.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
In an age in which so much of society has shifted to the digital landscape for everything from work to hobbies and beyond, gardening keeps you both physically active and palpably engaged with the external world.
—William Jones, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
His rapport with Afonu palpably carries through the film’s narrative.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 7 Sep. 2025
Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2026
That city, vibrant, westernized yet steeped in tradition was so palpably eager to grow alongside the modern world.
—Maryam Lieberman, HollywoodReporter, 23 Jan. 2026
That sentiment is applicable to the film itself, as its now elderly subjects discover — and are palpably moved by — the extent to which their boycott has resonated with Chilean families for over four decades.
—Josh Slater-Williams, IndieWire, 22 Jan. 2026
At the same time, the provocative words and actions of Becca Good, moments before her wife’s frantic departure, palpably elevated the overall tension level.
—Laurence Miller, Sun Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
Second, because the American backers of this strategy are so palpably indifferent to democracy themselves.
—Quico Toro, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Though the 1948 British drama of the same name may be the most famous iteration, this twisted modern take is palpably tense and absolutely worth your time.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
In an age in which so much of society has shifted to the digital landscape for everything from work to hobbies and beyond, gardening keeps you both physically active and palpably engaged with the external world.
—William Jones, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
His rapport with Afonu palpably carries through the film’s narrative.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 7 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for palpably
Adverb
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But in recent years — particularly over the seven years since the Academy introduced its members-only streaming service, the Academy Screening Room, through which members can watch films at home — attendance at all of these screenings has markedly declined.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Feb. 2026
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This year though, that has shifted markedly, with 70 per cent — almost £180million — going on Martin Zubimendi, Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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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Harper says the contract should clearly state the mover’s liability for your belongings, pickup and delivery dates and all payment terms.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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During past outbreaks, though, health authorities at local, state, and federal levels have given that same advice—vaccinate, now—loudly, clearly, and persistently.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
5 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Spring training has started in Surprise, Arizona, and the excitement and anticipation for the Rangers is noticeably absent.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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These are just averages, however, and homeowners who take the time to shop around may be able to find noticeably lower rates.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Rooted firmly in rock, her sound reflects inspiration from No Doubt and The Rolling Stones while maintaining a style that is distinctly her own.—
Kristen Wisneski,
Billboard,
13 Feb. 2026
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For this Welsh immigrant family rose from nothing to produce an American icon who mastered a distinctly American art form — the ultimate apotheosis of the American Dream — and who is, ironically, the most miserable of them all.—
Ben Croll,
IndieWire,
13 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Overall in tennis, including the four majors, prize money amounts to only around a quarter of the revenues generated at the tournaments, which the PTPA argues is manifestly unfair — compared to about 50 percent in some leading team sports.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
5 Jan. 2026
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Calling them weak is manifestly true, but not great diplomacy.—
Paul Bedard,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Dec. 2025
Adverb
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Dostál, Vejmelka and Vladař obviously aren’t quite at that level yet.—
Jesse Granger,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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All of those caveats go away, obviously, if the Patriots can beat a healthy Seahawks team in the Super Bowl.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
8 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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The revelation is evidently taking its toll on Musk, who began a desperate campaign to clear his name on social media.—
Joe Wilkins Published Feb 5,
Futurism,
5 Feb. 2026
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The loan route was there and, evidently, a means to finding the money down the line was there too.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Palpably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palpably. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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