innocently

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for innocently
Adverb
  • At sentencing, Woods’ attorney reiterated that Woods sincerely believed the block was about to erupt in gunfire and said his client has almost no criminal history, save for a years-old misdemeanor conviction.
    Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 9 June 2025
  • Al is sincerely devoted to her profession, and sees the act of putting smiles on the faces of sick children as a vocation.
    Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 13 June 2025
Adverb
  • Waterproof jewelry has opened the door to durable, stylish, and genuinely wearable accessories that won’t tarnish after a few wears.
    Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 4 July 2025
  • This is a barebones pack that will save anyone in a pickle or looking to make young Star Wars happy for a day, but look elsewhere for genuinely convincing costumes.
    Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 4 July 2025
Adverb
  • Any prices or levels shown are either historical or purely indicative.
    Katie Stockton, CNBC, 7 July 2025
  • Often, these employees view their job performance purely through the lens of their technical skills, and historically, so have their employers.
    Kempton Presley, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
Adverb
  • Not preparing properly can be the difference between a successful miniseason and a deadly one.
    Steve Waters, Miami Herald, 5 July 2025
  • In order to stop this exposure, the mold needs to be properly removed.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 5 July 2025
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“Innocently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/innocently. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.

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