outright

Example Sentences

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There’s a difference between making something provocative and outright, intentional provocation.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Barrett was outright hostile to the solicitor general’s arguments.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

“Funds will be paid outright to the individual beneficiary.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Europe has so far avoided outright shortages, supported by higher inventories and access to Atlantic Basin supply.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

I looked around at all of them, glaring at me with either suspicion or outright anger.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia