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categorically

[kat-i-gawr-ik-lee, -gor-] / ˌkæt ɪˈgɔr ɪk li, -ˈgɒr- /










ADVERB
unconditionally
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"Is it a foul on the goalkeeper? Categorically yes," Webb said.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

But according to a statement from Murphy's reps obtained from Variety, there were no such threats, calling the "rumor," "absolute nonsense. Categorically false."

From Salon • Jun. 23, 2023

“Entry Categorically Forbidden. Danger of death or disability,” read signs put up in front of the crumbling, weed-clogged bunkers.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2023

Categorically, we do not pay people for interviews.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2020

Categorically opposed to this thought is another school, which its adherents call “Japanism.”

From Japan and the California Problem by Iyenaga, Toyokichi




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