downright

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With neither party offering an alternative to policies of mass incarceration, recognizing the humanity of those convicted of crimes seems outlandish — and offering them a path to redemption seems downright heretical.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2026

For skiers and snowboarders, feeling untracked, fresh powder underfoot goes beyond just being ideal—it’s the whole point, and it’s downright intoxicating.

From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026

The average price target of around $860, meanwhile, makes Morgan Stanley’s $775 call look downright bearish.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

"There is a degree of scepticism, or even downright cynicism, creeping in at the edges," he says.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

“There’s bound to be people out there, and who knows what kind of mood they might be in. Sometimes folks get downright nasty when they think the world’s about to end.”

From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner