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manifestly

[man-uh-fest-lee] / ˈmæn əˌfɛst li /






ADVERB
plainly
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On the other side, the prosecution has appealed against Patterson's sentence, saying the non-parole period of 33 years imposed by the judge was "manifestly inadequate".

From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026

He said the prime minister "deserves a bit of time" and that he did not believe the government was "manifestly failing", noting it had lowered NHS waiting times, net migration and the asylum backlog.

From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2026

It therefore seems manifestly unfair after being told by the judge that he could appeal, that Hunter would then appeal and have his appeal dismissed based on the waiver.

From Slate ● Jun. 18, 2026

What frightens scientists more than the sheer numbers are that the cuts are arbitrary and manifestly pernicious.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026

He described Oppie as arrogant, naive, and suspiciously hostile to a thermonuclear program that was manifestly in the nation’s best interests.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik


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