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categorically

[kat-i-gawr-ik-lee, -gor-] / ˌkæt ɪˈgɔr ɪk li, -ˈgɒr- /










ADVERB
unconditionally
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A spokesman for Infantino was reported to have told the paper he "strongly denies these categorically untrue allegations".

From BBC Aug. 7, 2026

"We categorically refused. By doing so, you are effectively supporting that smuggling chain," Stojiljkovic told AFP.

From BBC Aug. 7, 2026

“Allegations that DHS law enforcement engages in ‘racial profiling’ are disgusting, reckless, and categorically FALSE,” the spokesperson wrote.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 29, 2026

A lawyer for Hajdini didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment; her attorneys categorically denied the previous allegations.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 27, 2026

It was, categorically, not the rats that he needed to fear.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny




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