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as in sincerely
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as in ardently
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Recent Examples of earnestly
Introduced as a chance for high-minded singles earnestly seeking lifelong love to find their soulmates, sight unseen, the show has since faced constant controversy, ranging from participants’ complaints about the conditions on set to a handful of alarming lawsuits.
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Judy Berman, TIME, 9 Oct. 2024
The inflated pedantry of his style, all those technical-sounding terms and incantatory clauses in the service of a simple idea, seems practically comic, but Kushner presents it earnestly, without a hint of irony.
—Alexandra Schwartz, The New Yorker, 7 Oct. 2024
Smith is astonishing as the arrogant Chase, seemingly channeling him, and LaBelle, one of the most exciting young actors to come along in a long time, steadily and earnestly holds the center as a young Lorne, somehow remaining steadfast in his belief that the show will, and must, go on.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 4 Oct. 2024
On her debut, Minaj rapped ferociously and sang earnestly – sometimes in the same song – a combination of skills that, coupled with the sparkly beats of Drew Money, Swizz Beatz, and Pop & Oak, confounded those who encountered her on a vibe closer to The Come Up DVD.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2024
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Judy Berman, TIME, 9 Oct. 2024
The inflated pedantry of his style, all those technical-sounding terms and incantatory clauses in the service of a simple idea, seems practically comic, but Kushner presents it earnestly, without a hint of irony.
—Alexandra Schwartz, The New Yorker, 7 Oct. 2024
Smith is astonishing as the arrogant Chase, seemingly channeling him, and LaBelle, one of the most exciting young actors to come along in a long time, steadily and earnestly holds the center as a young Lorne, somehow remaining steadfast in his belief that the show will, and must, go on.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 4 Oct. 2024
On her debut, Minaj rapped ferociously and sang earnestly – sometimes in the same song – a combination of skills that, coupled with the sparkly beats of Drew Money, Swizz Beatz, and Pop & Oak, confounded those who encountered her on a vibe closer to The Come Up DVD.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for earnestly
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Another source close to a younger first-team player says Maresca has spoken clearly and sincerely to the squad since the beginning.Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
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The chunk of this episode that focused on Meredith’s Bat Mitzvah sincerely was far too long and felt like filler, even with Mary’s comedic late appearance.Sarah Hagi, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
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Smaller firms simply lack the resources to compete in this space.Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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Organizations that struggle to patch promptly or are simply unable to patch due to reliance on legacy software must consider an alternate approach.Austin Gadient, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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In February 2021, an ice storm with accompanying snow brought seriously cold weather to all 254 counties in the state.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Dec. 2024
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Take it seriously, says Chandri Navarro, senior counsel at the law firm Baker & McKenzie’s international commercial and trade practice.Peter Green, Quartz, 15 Dec. 2024
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From the theme song to the Sunday night Reagan family dinners, it's been a fan-favorite since season one (and honestly could have creatively kept going).Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 8 Dec. 2024
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That rediscovery of a deeper humanity, which comes from collective solidarity [and] collective action, awaits anyone who will look honestly at our situation.Tim Grierson, Rolling Stone, 7 Dec. 2024
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Notice that all these recipes—the Veronese, the Venetian, the Mantuan, and so forth—are thoroughly grounded in the what and the where.Anthony Lane, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
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But they were thoroughly dominated Sunday afternoon.Daniel Popper, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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And frankly, the pace of learning has never seemed faster.Robert Logemann, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Picnic-ready and portable, these chic cans make for a delightful hostess gift and come in four flavors: Ghia Soda (the original, and frankly, the best—a citrusy, bitter aperitivo), Ghia Ginger, Lime & Salt, and Sumac & Chili.Sophie Dodd, Bon Appétit, 11 Dec. 2024
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Data insights should inform decisions continuously, not just in quarterly reviews or at critical moments.Annie Phan, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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This knitwear brand doesn’t follow the traditional (often wasteful) fashion cycle, and instead continuously adds to an ongoing collection ideal for any season or aesthetic.Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Earnestly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earnestly. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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