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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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
For what felt like an eternity — but was really 20 minutes — the whole place was enveloped in an eerie silence, the only sound being the steady thump of techno-pop playing through the loudspeakers.
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Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
In reality, this is completely backwards and not productive and actually really damaging to animals that are in shelters.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 8 Feb. 2026
Beyond that, with ICE here, is any normal day-to-day work really getting done?
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2026
The Mill Town Tavern and of course the ever-popular Trolley Stop would round out a really amazing evening.
—Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
In reality, this is completely backwards and not productive and actually really damaging to animals that are in shelters.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 8 Feb. 2026
Beyond that, with ICE here, is any normal day-to-day work really getting done?
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2026
The Mill Town Tavern and of course the ever-popular Trolley Stop would round out a really amazing evening.
—Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for really
Adverb
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The hydropower generators at Greers Ferry Dam had been idle all day, so the Little Red was very low, with just a hint of current.—
Bryan Hendricks,
Arkansas Online,
15 Feb. 2026
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Progress appeared to be very little, as Iran has sought to limit the discussions to solely its nuclear program.—
Zach LaChance,
The Washington Examiner,
15 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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But the fact that Sweden is actually healthier than expected definitely makes this a closer race.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Today, search is driven by artificial intelligence that tries to interpret what’s actually in your photos and videos.—
Ken Colburn,
AZCentral.com,
8 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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The landing page for the band’s site contains 10 new riffs… which, for those hoping for actual new songs from the group, definitely counts as a start.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
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The whole thing definitely grew legs and ran.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Perhaps, on extremely long timescales, those heavier elements will sink to the center of the core, producing an inert center that slows the rate of fusion even further.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Feb. 2026
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Even in hockey – a sport that is extremely popular around the world – there are terms used by commentators or pundits that you might not be accustomed to hearing if not a regular to the sport.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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However, the ability to choose an educational environment that truly fits our child has not only improved their academic performance, but also their overall happiness and outlook on life.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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Think your devices and data are truly protected?—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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But honestly, the Warriors also bore little resemblance to the dynasty of that era.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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The New York Times writer who tried this test nearly 20 years after it was developed answered honestly and thoughtfully, then … fell in love.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
10 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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But kudos to the Mitch Marner vote; that would certainly be something.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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And dance it most certainly did.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
9 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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But as soon as their baby is born, despite the reassurance of all around her, Saga knows there’s something terribly wrong with her son.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2026
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The plot weaves together elements of romance, family drama and feminist struggle against the backdrop of a space walk gone terribly awry.—
Brianne Kane,
Scientific American,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Really.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/really. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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