as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
the straight-out enmity between the two tennis players was unmistakable
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Recent Examples of straight-out
But as Saleh’s script advances, and the actor sees the walls closing in around him on all sides, the tone grows more desperate and the film turns into a straight-out thriller.
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Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2025
Some people are staying; some people are just canceling straight-out.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
In fact, Primus straight-out declares the robust but lightweight Ulti the most wind-resistant, powerful cooking solution it's ever made.
—New Atlas, 25 Jan. 2025
It’s based on a true story of the Dozier School for Boys, in which boys were just straight-out murdered in North Florida.
—Rebecca Keegan, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
For those of you who might also desire ongoing hard-hitting straight-out coverage of the latest in AI trends, see my column at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2024
Not much mixing, or straight-out– Just attitude, bro.
—Matt Thompson, SPIN, 14 Oct. 2023
Ireland Baldwin is sharing her pregnancy progress with a straight-out-of-the-shower mirror selfie Ireland Baldwin is embracing her baby bump as her pregnancy continues.
—Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2023
Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2025
Some people are staying; some people are just canceling straight-out.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
In fact, Primus straight-out declares the robust but lightweight Ulti the most wind-resistant, powerful cooking solution it's ever made.
—New Atlas, 25 Jan. 2025
It’s based on a true story of the Dozier School for Boys, in which boys were just straight-out murdered in North Florida.
—Rebecca Keegan, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
For those of you who might also desire ongoing hard-hitting straight-out coverage of the latest in AI trends, see my column at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2024
Not much mixing, or straight-out– Just attitude, bro.
—Matt Thompson, SPIN, 14 Oct. 2023
Ireland Baldwin is sharing her pregnancy progress with a straight-out-of-the-shower mirror selfie Ireland Baldwin is embracing her baby bump as her pregnancy continues.
—Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for straight-out
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The difference, however, was in the sheer volume of players who left on a temporary basis.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
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Nevertheless, the analysts flagged the sheer volume and tone of the content as a genuine officer safety concern.—
Dell Cameron,
Wired News,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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The draft Security Council resolution had also demanded the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages held by Hamas and others.—
Michelle Nichols,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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Todd and Julie Chrisley returned home from prison on Wednesday, May 28, after President Donald Trump issued them full and unconditional pardons.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
31 May 2025
Adjective
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The Civil War, which is jeopardizing his presidency, has turned him into an utter killjoy.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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But that meeting’s collapse—and, more broadly, the utter failure of sanctions to prevent North Korea from developing its nuclear potential—may prompt him to support Seoul’s push.—
John Delury,
Foreign Affairs,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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Platforms like LiveRamp's Data Marketplace allow retailers to license their first-party audiences to programmatic buyers without building a complete DSP/SSP stack.—
Kiri Masters,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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Williams, from Wisconsin, and Heckel, from Southern Cal, make for what could be a devastatingly complete UConn team.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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The fuel running this sleek, aerodynamic speedster of a movie is 100-percent pure star power.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
17 June 2025
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This mocktail is pure indulgence with a playful twist.—
Essence,
Essence,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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Jewel Loyd — Las Vegas Aces Jewell lives up to her name, stepping through the tunnel looking like an absolute gem in this Jacquemus Canadian tuxedo—a sleek, washed, and polished denim suit.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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The United States isn’t a perfect host country, as evidenced during the 2024 Copa America there, but the World Cup will be an absolute success.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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But despite how much pivoting and outright improvisation life as a dad takes at times, the important thing is landing in the right place.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
13 June 2025
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According to the county, this is not the first time the developer has sought an extension or an outright removal of the demolition requirement.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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While to some these screen-free devices may seem like a return to the early, simpler days of fitness trackers, Werring says the public is a bit more savvy than the step-counting obsessives of the 2010s.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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But the system isn’t as simple as the governor suggests.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2025
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“Straight-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straight-out. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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