definitively
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Despite our excitement, open theoretical questions remain that prevent us from definitively claiming that physics beyond the Standard Model has been observed.
From Science Daily • May 26, 2026
Though none of the photograph’s subjects have been definitively identified, many families have come forward believing that one of those iconic pairs of scuffed-up shoes belonged to their father, their great-great-uncle or other relation.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
Sunday's El Clasico became the first in almost 100 years to definitively decide who won the league.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
They also noted that definitively proving who made these trades, and whether or not they were inspired by insider knowledge, would be difficult.
From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026
No one knows enough about Greek astronomers to be able to definitively identify the creator of the mechanism.
From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler
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