positively

Definition of positivelynext

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Recent Examples of positively At the same time, the flotsam also contributes positively to the knowledge of the ocean system’s function, thereby presenting possibilities for its salvation. Alexander Klose, Scientific American, 24 July 2026 Eight people in total were found inside, including six children believed to be between the ages of 5 and 15, according to Sparks, who said not all have been positively identified yet. Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 24 July 2026 Jones said that police conducted a thorough investigation in 2012, but couldn’t positively identify a suspect. Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026 While that could be received positively, the fact that the ATM is only starting this month means there's still a good deal of stock supply waiting to hit the market. Zev Fima, CNBC, 23 July 2026 Of the recoveries, 26 persons had been positively identified, the statement from Prime Minister Mark Phillips’ office said. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026 While some studies have shown potential benefits positively affecting some brain functions, much of the evidence comes from small studies or animal studies. Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 The affidavit further falsely stated that Rodriguez was able to positively identify a suspect involved in the robbery case, and that the suspect used two cellphones, authorities said. City News Service, Daily News, 20 July 2026 Glasner — like the four managers who went before him last season — has spoken positively about the quality James McAtee has shown on the training ground. Paul Taylor, New York Times, 19 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for positively
favorably
Adverb
  • More Democratic voters view socialism favorably than those who say the same of capitalism, 66 percent to 42.
    James Kirchick, The Atlantic, 21 July 2026
  • The unity shown in Ankara will only stimulate additional doubts over Moscow’s capacity to end the conflict favorably.
    Ihor N. Stelmach, Hartford Courant, 19 July 2026

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“Positively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/positively. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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