definitive
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It serves as a definitive statement from Sacramento lawmakers to cities that have failed to keep up with housing demand in recent years, including Los Angeles, where single-family housing is still king.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026
But they aren’t definitive, and there may be a divergence of opinion as to how the gospel should be applied.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026
The theater operator announced it entered a definitive agreement with certain institutional investors for the sale of 95.25 million shares of AMC common stock.
From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026
"To our knowledge, this review is the most definitive determination that those who vape are at increased risk of cancer compared to those who don't," Prof. Stewart says.
From Science Daily • Jun. 21, 2026
I knew where he was coming from, but still, I suggested it would have helped me out if he’d given a definitive no to surfer boy.
From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx
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G.1: Principles of Geography (Sources 1–14)
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Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close
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