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Recent Examples of universally
And in 2025, to celebrate the Air Max 95’s 30th anniversary, Nike went all-in with a true-to-OG Big Bubble redesign, which has been universally praised by industry insiders and consumers alike.
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Riley Jones, Footwear News, 14 Feb. 2026
The quadruple Axel is universally regarded as the toughest of the six quad jumps in figure skating.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
According to Anne Brady, a professor of kinesiology at University of North Carolina Greensboro, there’s no clear evidence that evening or morning workouts are universally better for long-term health.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
Realmuto’s view is not universally shared.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
This is a universally flattering haircut that works on all hair types and textures.
—Audrey Noble, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
What Christians universally believe in, however, is the power of prayer, turning to it not only for moral clarity but when feeling helpless, hurt, bitter or vengeful.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
However, such a storied brand as Clinique even knows a universally flattering shade can still have its dissenters.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
Few foods are as universally loved as peanut butter.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
Riley Jones, Footwear News, 14 Feb. 2026
The quadruple Axel is universally regarded as the toughest of the six quad jumps in figure skating.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
According to Anne Brady, a professor of kinesiology at University of North Carolina Greensboro, there’s no clear evidence that evening or morning workouts are universally better for long-term health.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
Realmuto’s view is not universally shared.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
This is a universally flattering haircut that works on all hair types and textures.
—Audrey Noble, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
What Christians universally believe in, however, is the power of prayer, turning to it not only for moral clarity but when feeling helpless, hurt, bitter or vengeful.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
However, such a storied brand as Clinique even knows a universally flattering shade can still have its dissenters.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
Few foods are as universally loved as peanut butter.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for universally
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The post racked up millions of likes before later being removed — but not before copies spread widely across other international platforms.—
Trista Kurniawan,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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Among the recovered materials, dysprosium, ytterbium, and erbium are considered high-value due to strong demand and limited substitutes, while yttrium and gadolinium are widely used in electronics, lighting, and healthcare.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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They are increasingly expected to act as statesmen and stateswomen, making decisions that resonate globally, nationally and locally at the same time.—
Alan H.H. Fleischmann,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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His goal is to elevate and evolve executive coaching globally.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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The coffee association says its surveys show coffee consumption is broadly holding steady despite price hikes.—
Matt Sedensky,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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That flexibility extends to the independent sector more broadly.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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The discussion devolved as attendees opined about the criminal justice system generally, advertised their nonprofits during the question-and-answer session and talked about unrelated issues.—
DIAMOND VENCES,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
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The co-branded visors can be fitted to Race-R Pro, Aeron GP and Aeron lids, generally suited for track use.—
Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
13 Feb. 2026
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Person, who first rose to national prominence as a leading MTV VJ between 1995 and 2011, worked extensively as a presenter in Brazilian television before dedicating herself to directing.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
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Andrew Sargis said his staff at the Wendella train for this extensively.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Universally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/universally. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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