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summarily

[suh-mair-uh-lee, suhm-er-uh-] / səˈmɛər ə li, ˈsʌm ər ə- /


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They found the case so straightforward that they disposed of it summarily, without full briefing or oral argument.

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026

Most arresting, though, are the four playground designs, two of which were summarily vetoed by Moses and all of which radically departed from convention.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

In lengthy court documents which have been seen by Newyddion S4C, Ms Griffin-Williams claims she was summarily dismissed by Mr Williams without a chance to discuss or appeal that decision.

From BBC • Sep. 18, 2025

San Bernardino County officials summarily rejected the claims.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 10, 2025

His lawyers objected, but the judge summarily dismissed their complaints.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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