1
as in pure
free from added matter
an unadulterated solution is required for the experiment
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as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
the unadulterated nonsense that you sometimes hear from political pundits on TV
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Recent Examples of unadulterated
In between the tragedies, there were moments of pure, unadulterated joy.
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Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
Worthy Park Estate 109 Rum From the heart of Jamaica, Worthy Park's 109 is a potent invitation to pure, unadulterated rum flavor.
—Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
Formentera, because of its isolation, was one of the few places that escaped the blight, and varieties like Monastrell remain unadulterated to this day.
—Julia Chaplin, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2025
For those who just love the pure, unadulterated sensation of scrolling on their TV, however, there’s still YouTube.
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—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 7 May 2025
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Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
Worthy Park Estate 109 Rum From the heart of Jamaica, Worthy Park's 109 is a potent invitation to pure, unadulterated rum flavor.
—Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
Formentera, because of its isolation, was one of the few places that escaped the blight, and varieties like Monastrell remain unadulterated to this day.
—Julia Chaplin, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2025
For those who just love the pure, unadulterated sensation of scrolling on their TV, however, there’s still YouTube.
Related
Will Your Favorite Streaming Service Crack Down on Password Sharing?
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unadulterated
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But given that season 2 is yet to be confirmed, this is pure speculation.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
23 July 2025
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Citing the Base Realignment and Closure commission example is pure illusion.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 July 2025
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The sheer number of workers who are undocumented immigrants make the effect of widespread raids more pronounced.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
21 July 2025
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In a picture at a piano, Alexa wore a pink, sheer dress that opened at her stomach, signifying that the couple was expecting a girl.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
18 July 2025
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Today, dark matter and dark energy — together composing 95% of the contents of the universe — remain utter mysteries.—
Jenna Ahart,
Quanta Magazine,
11 July 2025
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This approach came into being several years ago after the Medical Board’s last confidential diversion system was deemed an utter failure and patients were harmed at the hands of struggling doctors.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
10 July 2025
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Nonetheless, my hopeful response to my own question is that the transformed form of nature can also be the subject of humanity’s unconditional love.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
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The unconditional love a therapy dog provides when visiting those battling an illness can be that source of hope.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
9 July 2025
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For the consumer who truly wants the absolute best optics, glass is still the best material available.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The defense is claiming two reasons for dismissal: That Dugan has absolute immunity as a judge on official acts like deciding when a case is called and also that the prosecution is an example of government overreach.—
Daniel Bice,
jsonline.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Construction is about 20% complete, and the building is on track to open for the 2026-27 school year, said Lippman, the CEO of Carmen Schools.—
Mia Thurow,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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All the elements are there, complete with potential cliff-hanger endings for each episode.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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In total, during the fiscal year ending in June 2025, the park rangers department billed more than 1,650 hours of overtime.—
Maritza Dominguez,
AZCentral.com,
24 July 2025
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In total, their work helped more than 1,300 veterans in 2024.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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Looking for their environmental DNA in scales, slime or skin cells that living beings shed all the time is a simpler way, Workman said.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Part of Trump’s electoral successes have been cemented on his ability to deliver very simple political promises.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
23 July 2025
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“Unadulterated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unadulterated. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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