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as in definitive
serving to put an end to all debate or questioning
the archeological discovery was conclusive proof that the Vikings had indeed settled in North America around 1000 a.d.
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as in convincing
having the power to persuade
a conclusive argument for allowing the students to put on a play of their own choosing
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Recent Examples of conclusive
Nobody found conclusive proof of the expedition’s fate.
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Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 May 2025
In my experience, setting specific objectives and clearly outlining the scope and key questions ensures that every step—from data collection and analysis to comprehensive documentation and conclusive reporting—is accountable and traceable.
—Beth Worthy, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
When a game is defined by its absence of aesthetics, the rare haymakers thrown by either team can feel twice as conclusive.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 May 2025
Perhaps the most conclusive evidence assembled has been the 800 page report and interactive digital platform by experts at Forensic Architecture.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 15 May 2025
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Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 May 2025
In my experience, setting specific objectives and clearly outlining the scope and key questions ensures that every step—from data collection and analysis to comprehensive documentation and conclusive reporting—is accountable and traceable.
—Beth Worthy, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
When a game is defined by its absence of aesthetics, the rare haymakers thrown by either team can feel twice as conclusive.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 May 2025
Perhaps the most conclusive evidence assembled has been the 800 page report and interactive digital platform by experts at Forensic Architecture.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conclusive
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Crypto Confidential: Forbes' definitive guide to crypto and blockchain, delivered to your inbox every Saturday.—
Charles Lloyd Bovaird II,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Performed by the Wiener Symphoniker (Vienna Symphony Orchestra), this definitive anthem of space and sci-fi will be transmitted towards NASA's Voyager 1 probe by ESA's 35-meter Deep Space Antenna in Cebreros, Spain.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
30 May 2025
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If their impressive durability isn’t convincing enough to add them to your virtual cart, the set’s 6,000-plus five-star ratings should be.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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These messages are far more convincing than the sloppy scams of the past.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2025
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In the decisive third set, Sabalenka double-faulted to give Gauff a break for 2-1. Gauff led 3-1 and had break points for 4-1 but Sabalenka held and then broke for 3-all.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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The next debate, in which the top-performing candidates face off, may prove to be more decisive.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
5 June 2025
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
8 June 2025
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Should protected information shared in confidence, in the setting of illness, with a high-stakes power differential, be fodder for writing—no matter how compelling?—
Danielle Ofri,
New Yorker,
7 June 2025
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The countries expelled each other’s top diplomats last year over the killing of a Sikh Canadian activist in Canada and allegations of other crimes.—
Rob Gillies,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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After her death, Helen leaves him one last gift: a beagle puppy named Daisy.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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The alliance contends that the city already is failing to meet the milestones of the agreement and has no clear path to that goal.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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Then three, and still there was no clear timeline for Zimmer’s departure.—
Peter Kiefer,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2025
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Another determinative variable would be how quickly rival countries will seize the opportunity to attract disillusioned investors with favorable tax regimes and strategic incentives.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Although the regulation explicitly states that no one factor is determinative, the case law tells a somewhat different story.—
Peter J Reilly,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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“Conclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conclusive. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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