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as in extremely
to a great degree
that was a very brave thing to do
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as in really
in actual fact
the very same thing happened to me
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as in same
being one and not another
we stayed in the very hotel my parents stayed in for their honeymoon
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as in mere
being this and no more
the very thought of having to go through that again is scary
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as in real
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility
tourism is the very lifeblood of this community—the town would surely die without it
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as in simple
having no exceptions or restrictions
the very nerve of that woman—telling me how to raise my own children
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Recent Examples of very
Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
Any connection to plot or characters from that game is unknown, but returning to Vice City in the modern day allows Rockstar to play in a very different sandbox than before.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 26 May 2025
Sarah Beckwith, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
That is the very definition, the very definition of politicizing intelligence.
—/ Cbs News, CBS News, 25 May 2025
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Adverb
There’s a very different look and feel between the two, with the common thread being challenging Pete Dye designs.
—Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
Any connection to plot or characters from that game is unknown, but returning to Vice City in the modern day allows Rockstar to play in a very different sandbox than before.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 26 May 2025
Adjective
The attempt to silence is a way of cutting off connection with others, thus cutting off the very possibility of acknowledgment.
—Sarah Beckwith, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
That is the very definition, the very definition of politicizing intelligence.
—/ Cbs News, CBS News, 25 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for very
Adverb
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With extremely long battery life, this is a productivity portable that will get you through an entire day on the go, and the keyboard is a pleasure to use.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
27 May 2025
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Continuing with her streak of daring silhouettes, the performer took the stage in a black textured jumpsuit with a completely open back that sat extremely low on her hips.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
27 May 2025
Adverb
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And the city and state taxpayers will bear the cost of any fix — and does anyone really think our government is capable of doing that effectively? — Dean Gerber, Chicago Submit a letter, of no more than 400 words, to the editor here or email letters@chicagotribune.com.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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But the star of the show is really the 3.5-inch touchscreen that guides you through your morning routine, from grinding to brewing.—
Anthony Karcz,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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From the ground level, guests can catch that same elevator to the left of Yoshi’s Adventure to go upstairs.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Philadelphia has drafted nine defensive players from the SEC in that same span, most of them front-seven figures.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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The diffusion rule was more than just a mere export control.—
Matthew Mittelsteadt,
National Review,
26 May 2025
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While the property feels tucked away in nature, Mercer Island is a mere seven miles from downtown Seattle, and less than five from Bellevue, Washington.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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Every year, Parents enlists the help of industry experts, real world testers, and our parenting pro editors to bring you our annual Best for Baby Awards.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
22 May 2025
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Bold handwoven brocade motifs and real silver brocade detailing added charm to her saree.—
Sweta Kaushal,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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Trevon Williams, who did not escape from the New Orleans jail, was charged with 10 counts of being a principal to simple escape, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced on May 23.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Related Stories 13 Under-The-Radar Activities And Experiences In Key West The 11 Best Key West Restaurants On The Water Rooms And Rates The rooms are bright, cheerful, and simple, with colorful coastal touches in artwork and decorative items like pillows.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
Adverb
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Booking flights into Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport or Fresno Yosemite International Airport can be incredibly costly, and after flying in you still need to navigate multi-hour drives to actually make it to the parks.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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As incredibly fast as that is, space is incredibly spread out.—
Jarred Roberts,
The Conversation,
20 May 2025
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In other words, the only procurement KPI that truly matters in a chaotic market is time to value.—
Edmund Zagorin,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Even as someone who grew up Indian American, working on this project revealed how expansive and nuanced the culture truly is.—
Emily Bogle,
NPR,
27 May 2025
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“Very.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/very. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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