manifestly
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It therefore seems manifestly unfair after being told by the judge that he could appeal, that Hunter would then appeal and have his appeal dismissed based on the waiver.
From Slate ● Jun. 18, 2026
Still, the ways in which we are manifestly unequal continue to tug against the Declaration’s commitment to equality.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 16, 2026
What frightens scientists more than the sheer numbers are that the cuts are arbitrary and manifestly pernicious.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026
In a statement the Senegalese government said the "unprecedented and exceptionally serious decision" was based on "a manifestly erroneous interpretation of the regulations, leading to a grossly illegal and deeply unjust decision".
From BBC ● Mar. 18, 2026
He described Oppie as arrogant, naive, and suspiciously hostile to a thermonuclear program that was manifestly in the nation’s best interests.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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