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
Yes, Zendaya is definitely one of my dream clients.
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Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2025
In Between refers to being between child and adulthood, but is definitely connected to gender identity too.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2025
That was definitely the hardest to reconcile from a gameplay perspective.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 25 Sep. 2025
The Broncos definitely got more buzz this offseason from all corners than in recent years and there were definitely some that jumped headlong into the deep end of the hype pool.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
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Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2025
In Between refers to being between child and adulthood, but is definitely connected to gender identity too.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2025
That was definitely the hardest to reconcile from a gameplay perspective.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 25 Sep. 2025
The Broncos definitely got more buzz this offseason from all corners than in recent years and there were definitely some that jumped headlong into the deep end of the hype pool.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for definitely
Adverb
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But he was hired by the Yankees in 1949 and immediately led them to five straight World Series championships — a record that almost certainly never will be broken and launched him toward tying Joe McCarthy for the most in baseball history with seven.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 Sep. 2025
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Of the 10 million or so variations on the Negroni the Boulevardier is probably the oldest and almost certainly the best.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
27 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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The hardworking forward will surely be heard from in Vancouver at some point this season.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Still, that history is surely not like ours.—
Harmon Siegel,
Artforum,
1 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Well folks, Cornbread Casserole sure ain’t that.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
28 Sep. 2025
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Light boxes represent the most run-friendly looks, and the Chiefs sure see a lot of affection there.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
26 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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But the outlets – with drive-thru lanes and walk-up windows – clearly have a following.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Maddie—baggy hoodies tossed over an array of old tattoos, clearly carrying a heavy amount of life for her 28 years—gradually attempts to fill her daughter in on her own youth, treading a tightrope between honesty and delicacy.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Got her shoulder pulled out and finished the game with her leg being taken out and probably has a fracture.—
Mike Cook,
Twin Cities,
27 Sep. 2025
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Young guests will probably also want to check out the on-site Family Toy Trunk and cookie tower.—
Maya Kachroo-Levine,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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This Melissa & Doug Chef Dress-Up Set includes everything your budding culinary star needs to really dress the part, including a machine-washable chef's coat with name tag, toque, and oven mitt, along with wooden spoons and measuring spoons.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
1 Oct. 2025
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Then something really beautiful happens.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Definitely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/definitely. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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