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Recent Examples of faithfully
Rather than reworking the demo, the singer became fixated on faithfully reproducing its phrasing and emotional tone.
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Mike Wass, Variety, 20 May 2026
Empathy also helps researchers take care in honoring the thoughts, feelings and experiences of their participants by representing them as faithfully as possible.
—Ankolika De, The Conversation, 19 May 2026
Though many Hungarian judges and prosecutors faithfully carry out their duties, judicial leadership — including the heads of the constitutional and supreme courts — should be replaced to restore trust and impartiality, said Martin of Transparency International Hungary.
—ABC News, 18 May 2026
Using historical photos and other archival documents, the shop faithfully recreated the vehicle over the course of three years.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
The existing rules are hardly followed faithfully.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Central bankers must be strong enough to listen to a diversity of views from all corners…humble enough to be open-minded to new ideas and new economic developments…wise enough to translate imperfect data into meaningful insight…and dedicated enough to make judgments faithfully and wisely.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
In the mid-2000s, after getting the worst of it during a few hurricanes, the external panels had to be replaced, but they were faithfully reproduced down to the bull’s steam-puffing nostrils.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026
In normal times, the President would be doing the President's job, which is taking care that the laws are faithfully executed.
—Nik Popli, Time, 10 Apr. 2026
Mike Wass, Variety, 20 May 2026
Empathy also helps researchers take care in honoring the thoughts, feelings and experiences of their participants by representing them as faithfully as possible.
—Ankolika De, The Conversation, 19 May 2026
Though many Hungarian judges and prosecutors faithfully carry out their duties, judicial leadership — including the heads of the constitutional and supreme courts — should be replaced to restore trust and impartiality, said Martin of Transparency International Hungary.
—ABC News, 18 May 2026
Using historical photos and other archival documents, the shop faithfully recreated the vehicle over the course of three years.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
The existing rules are hardly followed faithfully.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Central bankers must be strong enough to listen to a diversity of views from all corners…humble enough to be open-minded to new ideas and new economic developments…wise enough to translate imperfect data into meaningful insight…and dedicated enough to make judgments faithfully and wisely.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
In the mid-2000s, after getting the worst of it during a few hurricanes, the external panels had to be replaced, but they were faithfully reproduced down to the bull’s steam-puffing nostrils.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026
In normal times, the President would be doing the President's job, which is taking care that the laws are faithfully executed.
—Nik Popli, Time, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for faithfully
Adverb
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Boyle puts extra meat on Patrick’s bare bones with a soulful performance that meshes precisely with Petticrew’s turn as the slight-in-stature but formidably strong-willed Shiv.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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Evolution rarely maintains a complex, metabolically costly response in precisely the right locations for no reason.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Adverb
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Multiple parts of California had a respectably high influx of new residents during March.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Vikings cruised to a quick score to open the game, but the Commanders responded with a drive that started out respectably.—
Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
8 Dec. 2025
Adverb
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Critics argue the chemicals build up in the environment and human body over time, while supporters say modern nonstick pans are safe when used correctly.—
Ryan Brennan,
Sacbee.com,
20 May 2026
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She was sentenced — correctly — for interfering in an election in her county and for allowing unauthorized access to the voting equipment, not for expressing her personal opinion.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
20 May 2026
Adverb
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Viewers should find a good vantage point, ideally with a clear view of the northern sky and far from any city lights.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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If a tornado warning is issued for your area, move to a place of safety, ideally in a basement or interior room on the lowest floor of a study building, according to the SPC.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
Adverb
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Mnuchin was also known for his collaborations with the equally iconic Willem de Kooning who was appropriately represented at this most recent auction.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
18 May 2026
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Gijon believes in being age-appropriately honest with her students, explaining that some days can be more challenging than others and reminding them that teachers are human too.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
Adverb
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Quite rightly so, in my opinion.—
Dennis Braatz,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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The town of Foxborough rightly stood up to FIFA and Kraft and forced them to pony up extra money to pay for the massive security that the soccer matches will need.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
9 May 2026
Adverb
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Now, Okorie wasn’t the best finisher at the rim — in large part because defenses could gear up to specifically slow him down — and only shot the ball decently from deep, but his wiggle and creativity with the ball in his hands stands out even in a deep class of lead guards.—
Brendan Marks,
New York Times,
9 May 2026
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Part of his early issues were a result of playing alongside three rookies — Kenneth Grant, Jordan Phillips and Zeek Biggers — who all struggled early, but played decently late.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The Double Album, his sophomore studio effort, is fittingly his second-longest-charting title, with 279 turns on the chart to its credit.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Maye, fittingly, was part of a passing drill.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
20 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Faithfully.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faithfully. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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