1
as in sincerely
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as in ardently
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Recent Examples of earnestly
Startups are embarking fervently down this rocky pathway, earnestly attracting topnotch VC investments.
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Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
Remmick gazes at them earnestly and speaks from his heart, or what passes for it.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 18 Apr. 2025
The university points to resources like the Basic Needs Hub or emergency housing as evidence of action, but these efforts are underfunded and understaffed, leaving those who earnestly care about students having to fall far short of meeting the demand.
—Ellen Wu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
To wrap it all up with a tidy bow, the service is impeccable, with attentive staff who are earnestly dedicated to crafting a memorable experience.
—Christina Liao, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
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Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
Remmick gazes at them earnestly and speaks from his heart, or what passes for it.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 18 Apr. 2025
The university points to resources like the Basic Needs Hub or emergency housing as evidence of action, but these efforts are underfunded and understaffed, leaving those who earnestly care about students having to fall far short of meeting the demand.
—Ellen Wu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
To wrap it all up with a tidy bow, the service is impeccable, with attentive staff who are earnestly dedicated to crafting a memorable experience.
—Christina Liao, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for earnestly
Adverb
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Jokes aside, Lyonne sincerely wants to do more movies.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
13 May 2025
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And finally, thank others—frequently, publicly, and sincerely—for their work and effort.—
Gena Cox,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
Adverb
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Alternatively, users can simply describe their fashion goals or outline specific needs for upcoming events.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Parents can offer children opportunities to develop their strengths through summer classes, clubs, and teams—or simply unstructured time at home.—
Russell Shaw,
The Atlantic,
12 May 2025
Adverb
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Smith said that pain management was somewhat of an afterthought during his own recovery process but he’s been happy to see how professional sports is now taking the issue seriously.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
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Smith, who was seriously injured in the attack, testified for hours Monday about abuse and harassment at Brand’s hands.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
Adverb
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It’s built for immersive gaming but honestly makes everything look cinematic, even spreadsheets.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
20 May 2025
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The museum trip is lighthearted and honestly just such a beautiful moment between these two.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Adverb
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To stay safe, consider wearing gloves while chopping, or wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water afterward.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
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The pig is then placed on a spit and slow roasted for several hours, until the meat is thoroughly cooked and the skin outside becomes perfectly crispy and crackled.—
Cat Sposato,
AFAR Media,
15 May 2025
Adverb
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What was once a landscape often dominated by volume and aggressive tactics is quickly changing, driven by regulatory headwinds, increased consumer awareness and, frankly, the diminishing returns of outdated approaches.—
William DeCourcy,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Bars shouldn’t let people buy drinks for strangers and shouldn’t facilitate this very outdated—and quite frankly predatory—practice.—
Hana Asbrink,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 May 2025
Adverb
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Plants produce sweetly fragrant flowers from the growing shoot tips continuously from spring through frost, providing a constant supply of nectar for native bees and butterflies.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
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After she was transferred to an intensive care unit, an obstetric nurse stayed by her bedside continuously to monitor the fetus’ heart rate and movements.—
Kate Brumback,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Earnestly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earnestly. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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