as in generously
in a generous manner
rewarded handsomely the kids who had found his lost dog
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Recent Examples of handsomely
Imagine being compensated more handsomely than all but one other person – er, Unicorn – in the history of your professional field, but still not feeling any more pressure to produce than your co-workers.
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Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
As India ramps up imports of cheap Russian oil for its rapidly-growing economy and population, Nayara has profited handsomely.
—Giacomo Tognini, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The first Berenjak opened in London’s Soho district in 2018, in a space handsomely scruffy in the spirit of Samyani’s memories.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
That bet would have paid handsomely.
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 22 Jan. 2026
The center screen is handsomely integrated well below your road-facing sightline, and slightly canted toward the driver for exceptional readability.
—Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 21 Jan. 2026
And they’re getting handsomely rewarded for it, with base salaries for the top sailors ranging from $300,000 to more than $500,000 a year, with the opportunity to win considerably more from the annual prize pot.
—Andrew Rice, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
On the other hand, they are rewarded handsomely, unlike that guy sitting in the next cubicle.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
On Wall Street, the bulls have the upper hand over the bears in the narrative, and that has paid off handsomely for investors, but there are skeptics.
—Bob Woods, CNBC, 11 Jan. 2026
Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
As India ramps up imports of cheap Russian oil for its rapidly-growing economy and population, Nayara has profited handsomely.
—Giacomo Tognini, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The first Berenjak opened in London’s Soho district in 2018, in a space handsomely scruffy in the spirit of Samyani’s memories.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
That bet would have paid handsomely.
—Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 22 Jan. 2026
The center screen is handsomely integrated well below your road-facing sightline, and slightly canted toward the driver for exceptional readability.
—Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 21 Jan. 2026
And they’re getting handsomely rewarded for it, with base salaries for the top sailors ranging from $300,000 to more than $500,000 a year, with the opportunity to win considerably more from the annual prize pot.
—Andrew Rice, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
On the other hand, they are rewarded handsomely, unlike that guy sitting in the next cubicle.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
On Wall Street, the bulls have the upper hand over the bears in the narrative, and that has paid off handsomely for investors, but there are skeptics.
—Bob Woods, CNBC, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handsomely
Adverb
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Twenty years of hard work and persistence, blessed by occasional moments when chance had generously smiled on him.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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The strudel begins with a baked puff pastry base, generously layered with Bavarian cream and lightly glazed berries and other seasonal fruit.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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While flat structures work well in many systems, one-dimensional forms offer advantages in applications that require fast transport or mechanical reinforcement.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Jan. 2026
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If its welfare state is too cushy, or its climate policies too green – well, nobody’s perfect.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The result is a winery where the meal is as thoughtfully constructed as the Cabernet; where the chef and winemaker craft experiences instead of courses and vintages; where innovation feels organic, not performative.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The rooms Choose from 28 luxury homes that are thoughtfully curated to display a refined take on Western lodge living—here, rustic elegance meets upscale comfort with timber beams, stone fireplaces, and rich Western-chic decor.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Add mushrooms and cook until tender and nicely browned, about 7 to 10 minutes (depending on size), stirring occasionally (reduce heat to low after mushrooms have browned nicely on one side).—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
26 Jan. 2026
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The hood fits nicely over a helmet without restricting peripheral vision, while a high-vis brim is a plus for night skiing.—
Benjamin Tepler,
Outside,
23 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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With this introduction of a hapless protagonist not entirely managing to live her best life, Brett Haley‘s film cheerfully speaks both the literary and cinematic language of romantic comedy — and won’t seek to subvert or elevate it in the two hours that follow.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
8 Jan. 2026
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Unable to roll the map out, its creators cheerfully realize that the country itself can serve as its own map.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
4 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Life in America for young Black men is nothing if not uncertain, to put it kindly.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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In a similar vein, if a friend owes you for tickets, ask kindly for repayment and suggest a system for next time.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Harvest seeds from the plants that were the most vigorous and prolifically blooming to ensure next year's plants flower bountifully.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Handsomely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handsomely. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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