as in extremely
to a great degree
I'm awfully sorry
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Recent Examples of awfully
While damage reports coming out of Cuba and Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa are awful, some of the images and videos circulating on social media are just awfully fake.
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Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
Suárez could be awfully effective in San Francisco with the marine layer stifling deep fly balls on chilly nights by the bay.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
What was once the most ferocious defense in the NBA is now awfully tame.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 28 Oct. 2025
That debate can seem awfully quaint.
—Rhian Sasseen, The Atlantic, 22 Oct. 2025
No restaurant is flawless, but Johnny’s comes awfully close.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2025
The Bucs have been awfully fun to watch with rookie WR Emeka Egbuka quickly becoming a star and Bo Nix’s brother, Tez Johnson, coming on strong recently too.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 17 Oct. 2025
The Matthew Knies, Auston Matthews and Matias Maccelli line was awfully quiet, save for a bad penalty by Knies and the nice empty-netter from Matthews.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
No details on who Briney is playing have been announced, but HBO Max did release a sneak peek photo from Season 5, with Briney’s character looking awfully chummy with Jean Smart’s Deborah.
—Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 9 Oct. 2025
Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
Suárez could be awfully effective in San Francisco with the marine layer stifling deep fly balls on chilly nights by the bay.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
What was once the most ferocious defense in the NBA is now awfully tame.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 28 Oct. 2025
That debate can seem awfully quaint.
—Rhian Sasseen, The Atlantic, 22 Oct. 2025
No restaurant is flawless, but Johnny’s comes awfully close.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2025
The Bucs have been awfully fun to watch with rookie WR Emeka Egbuka quickly becoming a star and Bo Nix’s brother, Tez Johnson, coming on strong recently too.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 17 Oct. 2025
The Matthew Knies, Auston Matthews and Matias Maccelli line was awfully quiet, save for a bad penalty by Knies and the nice empty-netter from Matthews.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
No details on who Briney is playing have been announced, but HBO Max did release a sneak peek photo from Season 5, with Briney’s character looking awfully chummy with Jean Smart’s Deborah.
—Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awfully
Adverb
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Sharon is extremely annoying, but my heart does break for her a tiny bit here.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
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Satchel Crossbody This effortlessly chic crossbody bag will add an elegant flair to any daytime look while also being extremely functional.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The hunter was supposed to be Nweeia’s main guide, and this happened on the very first day of the expedition.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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There are very few people with any substance who want to run.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The market isn't terribly deep for that need this winter.—
Tim Crowley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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This was natural mummification, a possible if not terribly likely occurrence in the dry cool February climate of Santa Fe, in this case in the confines of a private modern house.—
Joy Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Disney is incredibly unlikely to ever admit that politics were a factor in Doctor Who‘s cancellation, but Jimmy Kimmel’s brief suspension was revealing of the company’s desire to minimize MAGA wrath.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
30 Oct. 2025
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There’s always someone around the corner who’s eager to please you, but being so recognizable can become incredibly isolating as well.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Fast and Free High-rise Tight 25-inch 5-pocket There’s simply no such thing as having too many pockets, as exhibited by these fan-favorite five-pocket leggings, which are currently $69.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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Meaning, his sons balance a hearty rotation of sports and academics, but the Farrers are also diligent about working in time for volunteer projects, too.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Hill said his tribe’s gaming operations are highly regulated, unlike bars, and are subject to annual audits and reporting to the state.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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After the game, All-Pro edge-rusher Micah Parsons spoke highly of his young QB.—
Rowan Fisher-Shotton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Jeff looks at things very straightforwardly and is damned fearless, right?—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
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To take just one example from many hundreds, consider this conical, solid brass paperweight from minimalist Swedish firm Les Few, which will weigh down your expense reports and look damned good doing it.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
8 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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So how did The Times, a pillar of quality British journalism since the 18th century, blow the story so badly?—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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Kade Durnin knew right away that something was badly wrong.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Awfully.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awfully. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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