as in certainly
without any question
that is definitely the kind of dog we're looking to adopt
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But such a widespread embrace is definitely a big win for her.
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Justin Curto, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
Xbox fans should definitely look into getting the gorgeous Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma.
—Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
And there definitely was a party element to the occasion, with guests moving to the sounds of the DJ, performing line dances with pure joy.
—Curtis Bunn, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024
New states coming online with a 10% tax rate is definitely a preferred result for most sportsbooks.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Justin Curto, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
Xbox fans should definitely look into getting the gorgeous Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma.
—Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
And there definitely was a party element to the occasion, with guests moving to the sounds of the DJ, performing line dances with pure joy.
—Curtis Bunn, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024
New states coming online with a 10% tax rate is definitely a preferred result for most sportsbooks.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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It’s certainly had a smoother road than 1985’s Return to Oz.Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Nov. 2024
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But one of the downfalls certainly has been how divisive some of the language is.Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
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The chance to win some viral fame or even just positive online attention is surely part of it, but those returns are diminishing.Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 21 Nov. 2024
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If there’s a property to whet buyers’ appetites, this is surely it.Zoë Dare Hall, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Again, this could all be part of an edit, but Hannah sure gave them a lot of material.Alex Abad-Santos, Vox, 31 Oct. 2024
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For a star who hasn't actually said anything definitive about his sexuality, countless social media posts sure like talking about it with no evidence.David Oliver, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
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Your boyfriend clearly does not know how to process his feelings, including the grief of losing a child.Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Yet, nothing exemplifies Trump’s fascination with autocrats more clearly than his bromance with Orbán, who has transformed Hungarian democracy into one-man rule.Trudy Rubin, Twin Cities, 13 Nov. 2024
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Mount a Sturdy Bag Dispenser If you’re obsessed with home organization, this plastic bag storage solution will probably be your favorite.Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2024
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Some legal experts have said that a higher court would probably block a sentencing if Merchan were to order one between now and Trump's inauguration.Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 23 Nov. 2024
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Vice President Harris and Governor Waltz really just became a ticket.John C. Moritz, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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One example is a really old buck that barely participates in the rut.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Definitely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/definitely. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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