as in very
in actual fact
is genuinely fond of her older brother
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Recent Examples of genuinely
Its unabashedly pop tone, however, is attributable to one key element: the fact that Gaga is genuinely happy at this point in her life.
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EW.com, 7 Mar. 2025
With its classic jazz standards, the sweet collaboration between Gaga and Tony Bennett is equally grounded and timeless — something Taurus genuinely values.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Following the re-signing of Andy Dalton, this beat writer would be genuinely surprised to see the Panthers spend a second- or third-round pick on a QB.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2025
By fostering grassroots engagement with students and teachers from the outset, Brainly guarantees that its product is genuinely useful before expanding to institutional adoption.
—Ray Ravaglia, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
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EW.com, 7 Mar. 2025
With its classic jazz standards, the sweet collaboration between Gaga and Tony Bennett is equally grounded and timeless — something Taurus genuinely values.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Following the re-signing of Andy Dalton, this beat writer would be genuinely surprised to see the Panthers spend a second- or third-round pick on a QB.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2025
By fostering grassroots engagement with students and teachers from the outset, Brainly guarantees that its product is genuinely useful before expanding to institutional adoption.
—Ray Ravaglia, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for genuinely
Adverb
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They have long since been known to be very controlling with video footage from tournament play.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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And these women are still very universal women that are struggling every day, but trying to survive systemic oppression and trying to find the most authentic voices.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
3 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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In a new interview, the Oscar-winning director discussed who really inspired the egomaniacal politician Kenneth Marshall, portrayed by Ruffalo.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
5 Mar. 2025
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If rooting for a major-league team can feel like going to a really upmarket McDonalds, minor-league sports give that beloved local pizza joint.—
Steven Zeitchik,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Feeling understood can actually buffer against conflict’s negative effects, reinforcing emotional security and connection.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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Some oils do indeed make your hair look and feel greasy by just coating the hair shaft, but others like tsubaki seed oil, actually penetrate the cuticle and melt into the hair.—
Arden Fanning Andrews,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Reddit, by contrast, offers truly specialized knowledge for every need.—
Adrienne LaFrance,
The Atlantic,
4 Mar. 2025
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Most dresses are not truly white, but a few shades darker in colors like eggshell, diamond white, or natural.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Genuinely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genuinely. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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