as in certainly
without any question
that is definitely the kind of dog we're looking to adopt
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Recent Examples of definitely
The Close Encounters references definitely shout out that sci-fi landmark’s influence, but the bigger touchstone here is a different Spielberg movie that mixes cosmic bonding and misfit kids.
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David Fear, Rolling Stone, 19 June 2025
Because of the thick double-walled stainless steel, this water bottle will keep ice solid for several hours—definitely longer than others our tester has tried.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 19 June 2025
Growing up as the auto industry collapsed definitely affected my view of money.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 19 June 2025
The Toi et Moi setting is definitely trending right now.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 18 June 2025
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David Fear, Rolling Stone, 19 June 2025
Because of the thick double-walled stainless steel, this water bottle will keep ice solid for several hours—definitely longer than others our tester has tried.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 19 June 2025
Growing up as the auto industry collapsed definitely affected my view of money.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 19 June 2025
The Toi et Moi setting is definitely trending right now.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for definitely
Adverb
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Zombie series in these settings are still going to be pricey, and so AMC certainly has that to consider.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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With Quinn missing the cut in Phoenix, albeit certainly qualified, there is little room for shifting of the staff, although Kasib Powell this past season moved on from his role as a Heat developmental assistant to an assistant role with the expansion WNBA Golden State Valkyries.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
7 June 2025
Adverb
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And if anyone was naive enough to imagine the U.S.-led tournament in 2026 would be free of such political baggage, then surely the increasingly public proximity of the Trump-Infantino relationship has dispelled those illusions.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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The blockbuster has now accrued a total of 18 weeks ruling the list — a number that will surely climb again at the end of 2025.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Adverb
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So sure, if Elon Musk wants to use his resources to do that, great.—
NBC News,
NBC news,
8 June 2025
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But a few more seven-inning starts sure would make a difference.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
4 June 2025
Adverb
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Maureen remembered the years before Bruce’s arrival more clearly than the time after.—
Yiyun Li,
New Yorker,
15 June 2025
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Lanier himself has an affable, bro-ish air on camera and clearly enjoys making these videos.—
Em Sauter,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
Adverb
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The embarrassing part is the inability to recognize a joke by probably 80 percent people here.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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The truth is your child is probably already pretty good at blowing air out of their mouth—thanks to all that practice blowing bubble wands and birthday candles.—
Aleksandra Weber,
Parents,
12 June 2025
Adverb
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Take out the magic of enjoying it at the Happiest Place on Earth, and those hard, sorbet-like cups really missed the mark for many Disney fans.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
21 June 2025
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What really sets these places apart, though, is the guest experience.—
Lanee Lee,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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“Definitely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/definitely. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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