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also categoric
as in definite
having no exceptions or restrictions
a categorical denial of the rumors that the celebrities were planning to get married
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Recent Examples of categorical
Differentiation centers on categorical comparisons, where distinctiveness, on the other hand, majors in being memorable and recognizable, regardless of the category.
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Dr. Marcus Collins, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
For example, data normalization, encoding categorical data and scaling features are the typical transformations data engineers perform.
—Abdul Muqtadir Mohammed Zubair, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Such reasoning often derives from depression rather than psychosis, though some clinicians are reluctant to draw a categorical distinction.
—Eren Orbey, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2024
That would effectively give geothermal some parity with oil and gas, which already gets similar categorical exclusions.
—Daniel Moore, Axios, 25 Sep. 2024
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Dr. Marcus Collins, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
For example, data normalization, encoding categorical data and scaling features are the typical transformations data engineers perform.
—Abdul Muqtadir Mohammed Zubair, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Such reasoning often derives from depression rather than psychosis, though some clinicians are reluctant to draw a categorical distinction.
—Eren Orbey, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2024
That would effectively give geothermal some parity with oil and gas, which already gets similar categorical exclusions.
—Daniel Moore, Axios, 25 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for categorical
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This one looks like a definite must-see for families.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
6 Jan. 2025
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Ultimately, though, this is an out-of-favour player arriving on loan for five months, so there is a definite ceiling to the excitement.—
Alex Brodie,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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In total, 18 names have been connected to the Bears search in some capacity, leaving many around the league wondering if such an expansive search might actually hurt the process.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Jan. 2025
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The victim complied for a total loss of about $42,000.—
Anne Gelhaus,
The Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2025
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Each piece carries a story of love, permanence, and the profound truths of life, woven into the elegance of gold and diamonds.—
Kyle J. Russell,
USA TODAY,
11 Jan. 2025
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Torres plays those scenes with profound understatement, the most harrowing in the film.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
11 Jan. 2025
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My top answer is a simple and no-brainer recommendation: Wash your hands with soap and water.—
Amanda Schupak,
New York Times,
13 Jan. 2025
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Adidas Originals Stan Smith Sneakers These iconic Stan Smith sneakers offer form and function thanks to their simple design, soft leather material (no blisters here!), and roomy fit.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2025
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The upcoming game will utilize the power of modern consoles to display thousands of enemies on the screen and retell Romance of the Three Kingdoms in a more thorough manner.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
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In return, give this non-toxic plant bright indirect sunlight and a thorough watering whenever the top inch of soil feels dry.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
17 Jan. 2025
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Without a complete picture of a youth’s background, psychologists may be unable to recommend the appropriate level of care, support or supervision.—
Philip Caldwell,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Jan. 2025
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By the end of the day, a total of three fires were leaving a path of complete destruction in the area.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
Fox News,
12 Jan. 2025
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Hezbollah, formerly Lebanon’s dominant political and military force, has suffered a stark reversal of fortunes since the 2023 attacks.—
Erika Solomon,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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The Schwab survey portrays a stark contrast between younger and older Americans over when, exactly, to pass on wealth to the next generation.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA TODAY,
18 Jan. 2025
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The sheer scale of the Los Angeles fires and the prominence of the location have delivered an unprecedented amount of eyeballs to the young platform.—
Boone Ashworth,
WIRED,
10 Jan. 2025
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But the sheer scale of what melodic techno DJ, producer, visual artist and visionary Anyma has created at Sphere Las Vegas is something to be experienced first hand.—
Danny Klein,
SPIN,
10 Jan. 2025
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“Categorical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/categorical. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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