1
as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
our attempt to reform the school system was an utter failure
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1
as in to whisper
to send forth using the vocal cords
she tried not to utter a sound as the doctor gave her a flu shot
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2
as in to say
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
never uttered a single comment at the meeting
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Recent Examples of utter
Judy Berman, Time, 26 June 2025
Then, to my utter amazement, four geese tumbled one by one out of the line-stone dead, not even a kicker.
—Nash Buckingham, Outdoor Life, 19 June 2025
Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 June 2025
During Tuesday night’s public comment period, the mayor’s mic picked up him uttering an expletive referring to a public commenter, with the moment posted on multiple social media accounts.
—Emilie Takahashi, Oc Register, 19 June 2025
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Adjective
The finale opens on a close-up of Syd, her head pressed to the fence outside the kitchen door in a gesture of utter exhaustion.
—Judy Berman, Time, 26 June 2025
Then, to my utter amazement, four geese tumbled one by one out of the line-stone dead, not even a kicker.
—Nash Buckingham, Outdoor Life, 19 June 2025
Verb
Ahead of training camp, one veteran uttered a strong vote of confidence for a key member of the franchise.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 June 2025
During Tuesday night’s public comment period, the mayor’s mic picked up him uttering an expletive referring to a public commenter, with the moment posted on multiple social media accounts.
—Emilie Takahashi, Oc Register, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for utter
Adjective
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The sheer variety of equipment, the pace of change and rising customer demands call for something better: a knowledge capture process that’s baked into the daily workflow.—
Thomas Cottereau,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Some may prove useful in the long run and others illusory, but for now they are statistically swamped by the sheer amount of renewable power coming online.—
Bill McKibben,
New Yorker,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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The strategy is critically needed, and is of utmost urgency in Central Florida, which saw 439 fatal childhood drownings over the past 15 years (2009-2024) — the most recorded in any of the state’s six regions, according to Florida DCF.—
Karen Cohn,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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Just like with physical health, these results are treated with the utmost transparency.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
6 July 2025
Verb
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It will be whispered but never spoken aloud lest too many clients will be alienated.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
13 July 2025
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Surfers began whispering about the good surf brought on by the area’s sometimes harsh weather in recent years.—
Liz Provencher,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
Verb
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The crash was reported shortly after 6:30 a.m. on June 28 at the intersection of West Taylor and Spring streets, San Jose police Officer Tanya Hernandez said in a news release.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
8 July 2025
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Kerrville city manager Dalton Rice said that in his city, at least 40 power lines are still down after the storms.—
Hannah Parry
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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This Week on Max: PCMag's Picks Sinners (July 4) What better way to celebrate America's birthday than with one of the absolute best films of the year?—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 July 2025
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Historical practice further refutes the idea that the president’s executive power is absolute.—
Steve Woolpert,
Mercury News,
4 July 2025
Verb
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The sun emits a form of invisible radiation called ultraviolet (UV) light.—
Claire Bugos,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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When pumped with enough energy, the sphere will emit the laser light on its own.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 July 2025
Verb
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Their stories—rooted in resilience, strategy, faith, and fire—speak directly to Black women and girls watching, learning, and preparing to take their place in the lineage of excellence.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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Festival highlights include the Friday opening night celebration, featuring a powerful lineup of live performances, spoken word and cultural showcases that reflect the global Black experience.—
Duante Beddingfield,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Once complete, it is supposed to house up to 3,000 detainees a day at a cost of $450 million a year.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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Now, fans only need to wait until July 25 to get their hands on the complete EP.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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“Utter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/utter. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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