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Adverb
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The kitchen is nearby and is equipped with a sink, an induction cooktop, an oven, a fridge/freezer, and, optionally, a dishwasher.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 June 2026 -
The 16-way adjustable sport seats are standard, while performance seats shelled in carbon fiber—presenting more aggressive thigh and shoulder bolsters—are optionally available.—
Bradley Iger,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
Adverb
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Charles is a person who would gladly give you the shirt off his back.—
Greg Kwedar,
IndieWire,
31 May 2026
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After her death, the cult’s survivors say Alamo forced his followers to pray over her body to bring about her resurrection, which the Brodericks’ mother gladly did.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
Adverb
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Choose healthy plants, preferably ones with round leaves, such as jade plants.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 June 2026
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Signing an attacker — preferably with versatility and the ability to play across the front line, like Gordon, rather than merely an out-and-out left-winger — is of the utmost priority, alongside bringing in a new No 1.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
Adverb
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That’s why people are voluntarily giving them money.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
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Shi confessed his crimes, voluntarily disclosed details that law enforcement authorities had not yet discovered and showed remorse, CCTV added.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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“Desirably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desirably. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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