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Unanimous

usgb/juˈnænɪməs/Volume
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Group ConsensusPlay
Use 'unanimous' when every person in a group fully agrees without any opposition. SlideThe jury's verdict was unanimous; the defendant was not guilty.
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No AbstentionsPlay
'Unanimous' implies that no one abstained; everyone made a clear choice. SlideAfter the presentation, the committee's approval was unanimous.
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Not for DebatesPlay
Avoid 'unanimous' in situations where there is debate or division in opinions. SlideSince two members argued against the proposal, the decision could not be called unanimous.