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as in certainly
without any question
I know that you can indeed do better than that
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as in definitely
not merely this but also
that is not merely a reason, but is indeed the entire point
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as in actually
to tell the truth
that woman can be difficult—indeed, she can be insufferable
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as in no
how surprising, doubtful, or unbelievable
indeed, you really did shave all your hair off!
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Recent Examples of indeed
Randy Watts, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
The Cardinals did indeed need an outing like Thursday’s, all-around.
—Katie Woo, New York Times, 11 July 2025
And indeed, the riches of the Afrikaans language are on display in this sensitive, witty, and allusive rendering of Beckett’s European classic.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 10 July 2025
Unlike Rose, however, Rodriguez has not received a lifetime ban and has indeed been eligible for Hall of Fame induction since 2021.
—Jon Vankin, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 June 2025
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Adverb
William O’Neil and Company will be studying the coming earnings results and stocks technical reactions to discern if a rotation is indeed occurring in the market.
—Randy Watts, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
The Cardinals did indeed need an outing like Thursday’s, all-around.
—Katie Woo, New York Times, 11 July 2025
And indeed, the riches of the Afrikaans language are on display in this sensitive, witty, and allusive rendering of Beckett’s European classic.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 10 July 2025
Unlike Rose, however, Rodriguez has not received a lifetime ban and has indeed been eligible for Hall of Fame induction since 2021.
—Jon Vankin, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indeed
Adverb
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The heat was certainly a factor for the audience, which brought handheld folding fans and tried to stay hydrated in the near 100-degree temperatures.—
Courtney Devores,
Charlotte Observer,
28 July 2025
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There certainly will be future periods when more diversified portfolios of contemporary plans underperform, whether due to a recession or other unforeseen economic event.—
Dan Doonan,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
Adverb
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That’s not to say the 128 GB option is definitely gone—perhaps these will be available only through the Google Store, region-locked, or as network exclusives.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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Baby Basco) — is definitely my favorite act in town right now.—
Mars Salazar,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
Adverb
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The banana plant is actually the world’s largest herb.—
Bethany Thayer,
Freep.com,
27 July 2025
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Track how long tasks actually take Try time-tracking for just one day.—
Luciana Paulise,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
Adverb
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Advocates for such measures can surely argue that the removal of frictional barriers is beneficial to enabling capital flows among risk takers, perhaps raising the economy’s metabolism.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
26 July 2025
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One aid in the human desire to be smart about money will surely be longtime wealth management and trust expert Mark Shupe’s new book, The Moneyball Method: A Middle-Class Manifesto for Objective Investing.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
Adverb
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The park also boasts Emerald Lake, truly a gem with its luscious mint sparkle.—
Jenny Wisniewski,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
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Our unique range of technological assets, including AI, can be powerful instruments for good, if guided by a truly human and humane mindset.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
Adverb
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Those moments are deeply emotional and, quite frankly, beautiful enough in their simplicity to bring a tear to the eye.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
25 July 2025
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Daniels’s trainer, John Conway, has implied that his fighter plans to make the fight an ugly brawl against Shields, which frankly, might be her best bet to win.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
Adverb
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The streamer’s outlook may not be changing but the ecosystem sure is.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
17 July 2025
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Emmy voters sure know how to take a bite of the Apple.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
15 July 2025
Adverb
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Injuries and suspensions make Friday's matchup even more interesting, as Vancouver is without red‑carded full‑back Kunle Dada‑Luke.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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But what’s not there yet is just as interesting — developers plan to add several new towers to the neighborhood in the coming years, even making a mark on Nashville’s skyline.—
Austin Hornbostel,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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“Indeed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indeed. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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