Definition of newlynext
as in lately
not long ago a newly married couple still getting to know one another

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Recent Examples of newly That interest led to a reissue of the record, whose peaceful lyrics and extensive use of the Yamaha DX7 resonated with a generation newly fascinated with new age. Matthew Blackwell, Pitchfork, 17 Feb. 2026 And she's spoken about newly enjoying competition as a chance to showcase her creative artistry. Rachel Treisman, NPR, 17 Feb. 2026 The reception is winding down when a newly single Stephen sidles up to Bree. Jp Mangalindan, Time, 17 Feb. 2026 For Sunderland — newly promoted into the Premier League — to land a player of such calibre, a striker Manchester United had wanted to sign just three years before, was startling. Simon Hughes, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for newly
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Adverb
  • And it’s been hard lately not to notice the trend toward more flagrant male transgression out in the open—more performative vice signaling among some of the most powerful people in the world.
    Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
  • But gold has evolved from a steady and low-drama trade to a hot retail investor pick lately.
    Alex Harring, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
Adverb
  • Again, the Kremlin has not confirmed the figures, but Ukrainian officials recently boasted of killing 35,000 Russian troops in December alone.
    Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Variety has also recently reported that most WBD employees favor Netflix over Paramount as a potential buyer.
    Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
Adverb
  • The ex-husband of former First Lady Jill Biden, who has been accused of killing his wife late last year, pleaded not guilty in the case during a virtual court appearance on Tuesday.
    Jessica Schladebeck, Mercury News, 17 Feb. 2026
  • Arrive late and, barring a traffic accident, you’re disqualified.
    Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Adverb
  • While both are hoping to get their hands on a medal, Smith is just relishing the chance of competing at his very first Olympics after recovering from several serious injuries in recent seasons.
    Ben Church, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
  • The rooms All rooms and suites at La Sultana Oualidia have their own elegant personality, and with just 12 to choose from, the care and precision which has gone into each design is palpable.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Feb. 2026
Adverb
  • Promotional Maman signage has been freshly plastered to the windows of the corner retail space.
    Claire Ballor Staff Reporter, Dallas Morning News, 18 Feb. 2026
  • There is bright acidity in the mid palate and flavors of black cherry, dark chocolate, red plum, and freshly leafy herbs all deftly wrapped in velvety soft tannins.
    Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 17 Feb. 2026
Adverb
  • The company says the platform now operates as a fully functional prototype demonstrator.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Elsewhere, stories of economic gloom – from galloping inflation to restaurant closures and the knock-on impact of severe tax increases – describe the many ways in which the prolonged war in Ukraine is now hitting Russians hard in the pocket at home.
    Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026

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“Newly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newly. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.

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