as in strongly
in a vigorous and forceful manner
stomped his feet firmly to get the snow off his boots
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Recent Examples of firmly
Showrunner Bruce Miller says the series is rooted firmly in the television universe fans already know — not a straight adaptation of Margaret Atwood’s novel.
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Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
For Farah, who says he was firmly convinced by his Age of Disclosure documentary participants, the real-world disclosure movement and the pop cultural side naturally travel hand in hand.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 6 Mar. 2026
The 210-mile stretch from Denver to Lamar belongs firmly in the second category.
—Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Two years later, those foundational pilings are firmly cemented into the Rocky Mountain earth.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Mamdani emerged from this shroud of mystery triumphant, posting a photograph on X of himself, firmly straight-faced, standing alongside the grinning President.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 5 Mar. 2026
My feet would be planted safely and firmly in the grass as the drone performs the dangerous work.
—Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2026
The pea gravel needs to be hemmed in with metal, plastic, or brick edging set firmly in place.
—Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2026
Even those who for years held firmly leftist views and were staunch opponents of the Shah and the Pahlavi family are now openly supporting the prince.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
For Farah, who says he was firmly convinced by his Age of Disclosure documentary participants, the real-world disclosure movement and the pop cultural side naturally travel hand in hand.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 6 Mar. 2026
The 210-mile stretch from Denver to Lamar belongs firmly in the second category.
—Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Two years later, those foundational pilings are firmly cemented into the Rocky Mountain earth.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Mamdani emerged from this shroud of mystery triumphant, posting a photograph on X of himself, firmly straight-faced, standing alongside the grinning President.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 5 Mar. 2026
My feet would be planted safely and firmly in the grass as the drone performs the dangerous work.
—Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2026
The pea gravel needs to be hemmed in with metal, plastic, or brick edging set firmly in place.
—Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2026
Even those who for years held firmly leftist views and were staunch opponents of the Shah and the Pahlavi family are now openly supporting the prince.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for firmly
Adverb
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Their opposition to the attacks comes despite financial support from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, which has come out strongly in favor of toppling the Iranian regime.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
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In other words, compare both short-term and long-term CDs, but strongly consider the latter over the former right now.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Immediately use silicone spatula to stir egg mixture vigorously for about 10 seconds, then spread mixture in an even layer.—
C.W. Cameron,
AJC.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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Whisk vigorously until smooth and lump-free.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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However, the reservation was sited incorrectly, and the tribe was forcibly removed from the San Pasqual Valley to where the reservation is currently located.—
Stacy Brandt,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2026
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Chicago’s Columbus statues in Grant and Arrigo Park came down after activists forcibly attempted to remove the prominent statue in 2020, leading to violent clashes between police and protesters.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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But the cumulative effect has been to make the already difficult transition between the Bundesliga and the Premier League even harder.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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The founding generation of screen actors, who fought hard and risked much to establish a labor union for the profession, would still likely balk at the deletion of the name.—
Thomas Doherty,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Many in the film business, including notable figures such as director James Cameron, were vehemently opposed to the streamer getting its mitts on WB given its business model to date has had no real use for theatrical distribution.—
Josef Adalian,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2026
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Many progressive politicians and activists now describe Israel’s actions in the war as genocide — a characterization Israel vehemently denies.—
Linley Sanders,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Jones was in touch with the Henson family, who have always been fiercely protective of the patriarch’s legacy, while writing his book.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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Other élites fiercely resisted the populist surge but refused to make meaningful concessions to address the citizenry’s core grievances.—
Anand Gopal,
New Yorker,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Firmly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/firmly. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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