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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Oscar Bobb generally gets far more assists than goals, too, but with those five players, as well as Rayan Cherki, City certainly have enough numbers for the wide roles, even if goals are not yet assured.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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There is no overlap between the play and Aira’s life; certainly there’s no anger against the dying of the light in Aira.—
Han Ong,
New Yorker,
22 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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But overall, he’s clearly put in some work on the whole public speaking thing.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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With Gi-hun’s sacrifice, the baby is declared the winner of the games, and In-ho — clearly inspired by the selfless choice that Gi-hun has made, and what he’s proven about the good in humanity — goes to collect the baby and bring her to safety.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
27 June 2025
Adverb
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The around 30% of applicants that were probably fake in 2024 represent about 85% of fraudulent attempts, according to Chris Ferguson, the executive vice chancellor of finance and strategic initiatives, who spoke at last month’s Board of Governors meeting.—
Kaitlyn Huamani,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2025
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And so, the search probably will continue before July 31.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
Adverb
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His season really kicked into gear in early January during the 1-0 win over Liverpool in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, with Bergvall scoring a late winner shortly after escaping a second yellow card.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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Jaws is really about just you and that Fear That Eats You.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
21 June 2025
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“Definitely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/definitely. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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