outright

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State legislators are now pushing to go further, introducing two new bills that would ban the practice outright while preserving loyalty programs and coupons, as well as discounts for veterans and seniors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Unified school board member Rocío Rivas looked to be coasting to outright victories.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

He posited that the company may opt to outright purchase a carrier or a mobile virtual network operator, or MVNO, which is a provider with an arrangement to leverage another company’s capacity.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

If anyone secures 50 percent of the votes on Tuesday, they win outright; anything less means the top two candidates go through to the November 3 general election.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Naomi asked, dodging his question to avoid an outright lie.

From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez