out-and-out

Example Sentences

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And so he employs other tools: the hunch, the educated guess, even out-and-out speculation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

But after years of dabbling in pop and hip-hop, Yungblud seemed to reintroduce himself with the widely praised “Changes” performance as an out-and-out rocker.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 5, 2025

"Villa's squad relies on just one true out-and-out striker - and he has scored just once all season," Michael said.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2025

The Frenchwoman does not usually select two out-and-out strikers so will have a big decision to make when Kerr is ready to start.

From BBC • Oct. 2, 2025

Also, you’ll find out soon enough that John distorts—when he isn’t out-and-out lying.

From "The Pigman" by Paul Zindel