conclusory
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of conclusory
First recorded in 1840–50; see origin at conclusive, -ory 1
Example Sentences
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She also noted that Thomas declined to “fully grapple with countervailing evidence,” citing old decisions that cut against his conclusory assertions.
From Slate ● Jun. 17, 2024
Lacoste also said in filings that Mississippi “pleads a litany of improper, conclusory misstatements” of state and federal law that “lack pleadings of fact for support.”
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 3, 2022
Over its 20-minute run, Mazzoli conjures penitential processions, “melting hymns,” spells cast over broken bones and a conclusory ascent to the heavens.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 4, 2022
It called her allegations conclusory and said she mischaracterized documents.
From Reuters ● Oct. 29, 2021
It is in this point of view chiefly, that I can hope to be useful in this conclusory part of my work.
From A Portraiture of Quakerism, Volume 3 by Clarkson, Thomas
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