1
as in innocently
with purity of thought and deed
the devout girl vowed to live her life purely and in the service of God
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2
as in solely
for nothing other than
I fish purely for the fun of it—I don't care if I end up with no fish to fry
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Recent Examples of purely
But Ofer Guterman, a senior researcher at Israel’s Institute for National Security Studies, stressed that purely from a military perspective occupation of the entire enclave was possible.
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Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2025
But Nagasaki was purely blowing away yellow men, women, and children.
—Greg Mitchell
august 8, Literary Hub, 8 Aug. 2025
While the 2017 team had a lot of talent and heart, the 2024 title-winning squad was purely dominant on the league's biggest stages.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Aug. 2025
But staying in a job purely out of guilt or comfort can prevent you from pursuing opportunities that better align with your values and goals.
—Sherry Taylor, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
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Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2025
But Nagasaki was purely blowing away yellow men, women, and children.
—Greg Mitchell
august 8, Literary Hub, 8 Aug. 2025
While the 2017 team had a lot of talent and heart, the 2024 title-winning squad was purely dominant on the league's biggest stages.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Aug. 2025
But staying in a job purely out of guilt or comfort can prevent you from pursuing opportunities that better align with your values and goals.
—Sherry Taylor, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for purely
Adverb
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As Fanatics expanded beyond its licensed merchandise roots, company executives noticed an encouraging trend: customers that utilize multiple Fanatics verticals typically spend three-to-four times more with the company than those that buy just apparel or collectibles, or those that solely gamble.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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All opinions expressed by the CNBC Pro contributors are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of CNBC, NBC UNIVERSAL, their parent company or affiliates, and may have been previously disseminated by them on television, radio, internet or another medium.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
11 Aug. 2025
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Katella’s offense averaged only 10 points per game, but coach Dustin Hurley said the offense is simplified this season and the team might play with more tempo.—
Michael Huntley,
Oc Register,
14 Aug. 2025
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The lawsuit is only against KSTP and not against individuals.—
Mara H. Gottfried,
Twin Cities,
14 Aug. 2025
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When properly integrated with electronic medical records (EMRs), these tools can surface HEDIS gaps as clinicians chart, close them in the moment and report them automatically.—
Zameer Rizvi,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K need dietary fat to be absorbed properly and should be taken with meals that contain some fat.—
Patricia Weiser,
Verywell Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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The limited-edition collection draws inspiration from two iconic Viceroy destinations, Los Cabos, Mexico and Sugar Beach, Saint Lucia, featuring bespoke prints and custom colorways designed exclusively for the resort.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
6 Aug. 2025
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RuPaul's Drag Race season 5 queen Alaska won the All Stars 2 crown — and now a ring from partner Matthew Herrmann, whom the drag superstar exclusively tells Entertainment Weekly proposed to her Sunday night in her hometown of Erie, Pa.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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She will be joined by Gabrielle Hardie, who finished just behind her at the Pan American Games.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Eovaldi, a former Yankee, spun a gem in Texas, allowing just one hit while walking none and striking out six over eight scoreless innings and 98 pitches.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
6 Aug. 2025
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The consequence on Saturday was simply stress testing baseball’s best bullpen and dropping the Padres a game behind the Dodgers in the NL West.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Aug. 2025
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Put more simply, do not let your PC fall off support.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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The show explores the power of materiality in contemporary Detroit art — from scorching to slick, raw to soft — inviting viewers to feel rather than merely observe.—
Duante Beddingfield,
Freep.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Consistent attendance over several weeks demonstrates your commitment to involvement, rather than merely padding your resume.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Purely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purely. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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