PRIMLY Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

primly

adverb

Definition of primly

as in properly

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Recent Examples of primly On Next Generation, the crew members of the Enterprise are all heterosexual and most primly single. — Literary Hub, 23 June 2025

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Research shows that almost two-thirds (64%) of patients using sharps at home have never been taught how to dispose of them properly.

— Irina Butler, Boston Herald, 10 July 2026
The Smithville native suffered a fracture in May that, if not handled properly, could have changed his life forever.

— Latif Love July 9, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026

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The pair of shotgun-style bedrooms right off the entry are decently sized and come with closets, in addition to being separated by the bathroom.

— Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 6 July 2026
Even with a decently quick fire, shooting the flaming arrow with the makeshift bow with any aim was tough for former NFL player Wes.

— Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 17 June 2026

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