1
as in very
in actual fact
I'm really sorry I upset you
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2
as in actually
to tell the truth
well, really, I'd rather go to the movies than go to dinner
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3
as in definitely
without any question
that was really a sweet gesture on your part
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as in extremely
to a great degree
really tired after staying up all night
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Recent Examples of really
And Proxima seems to have become a really exciting place of discovery.
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Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 1 July 2025
But how does skipping meals really impact blood sugar control?
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 1 July 2025
Whether this comes to you from family, friends, or your own belief systems, this is a month that’s asking you to see who (and what) are really meant for you.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
The legacy of slavery was an undertone — overtone, really — to Our Native Daughters’ lone album, so this first set naturally contained an unfair share of the most emotionally rife numbers of the night.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 21 June 2025
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Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 1 July 2025
But how does skipping meals really impact blood sugar control?
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 1 July 2025
Whether this comes to you from family, friends, or your own belief systems, this is a month that’s asking you to see who (and what) are really meant for you.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
The legacy of slavery was an undertone — overtone, really — to Our Native Daughters’ lone album, so this first set naturally contained an unfair share of the most emotionally rife numbers of the night.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 21 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for really
Adverb
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He’s been a huge part of us being in contention and he’s pitched very, very well.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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This very often leads to Black women getting underpaid even within the same job roles as their co-workers of other races.—
Sughnen Yongo,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
Adverb
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Along with other adjustments made with tools like Photoshop, the end result is a shockingly precise view of the galaxy—the yellow mist around the spiral is actually tens of thousands of stars.—
Carlyn Kranking,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 July 2025
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Blue Jays manager tossed Blue Jays manager Jay Schneider was ejected in the fifth inning, arguing that a foul ball was actually a home run.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
Adverb
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The color blocking on the hips definitely gives it a flattering shape.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
14 July 2025
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The report is out via Bloomberg, and while a number of these are not likely to shock you, there are definitely some interesting surprises to be found.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Adverb
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Floor-to-ceiling windows lead to a private terrace and outdoor daybed, which makes for an extremely relaxing place to enjoy a cup of tea after a spa treatment, read a book in the afternoon, or just take in the gorgeous setting after returning from a day out.—
Hannah Freedman,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
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Squishy Pebbles The story of Williams’ new result started with progress on a different question about memory in computation: What problems can be solved with extremely limited space?—
Ben Brubaker,
Wired News,
13 July 2025
Adverb
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The reality is, to care deeply is truly a privilege—a special, quiet superpower, as Dr. Romanoff puts it.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
14 July 2025
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Even the psychological pain can be hard to fathom, especially for those who have never truly been lonely.—
Paul Bloom,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
Adverb
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And honestly, Evans’ hot takes rarely rise above room temperature.—
Rick Stroud,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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And, honestly, how has that guy not been an All-Star yet?—
Chad Jennings,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
Adverb
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Few modern conflicts have certainly sparked as much global outrage, division, and scrutiny as the war in Gaza — not just because of the war’s scale, but for the staggering human toll on civilians.—
Andy Meek,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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That doesn't mean the Padres wouldn't have to give up a strong package to acquire him, but Preller will certainly try to work his magic.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
Adverb
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Unfortunately, this new perspective on my correspondence is not terribly illuminating.—
Rob Pegoraro,
PC Magazine,
9 July 2025
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But Metropolis in those days wasn’t terribly violent.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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“Really.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/really. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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