spunkily

adverb

Definition of spunkilynext
as in firmly

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spunkily
  1. firmly
  2. stoutly
  3. determinedly
  4. resolutely
  5. audaciously
  6. boldly
  7. gamely
  8. hardily
Adverb
  • As the year's biggest event begins, McIntosh is already firmly at the top of the sport.
    — Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Step 2 Meanwhile, blend 1 cup (firmly packed) tender herbs (such as parsley, dill, cilantro, and/or basil), ¾ cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt, ⅓ cup mayonnaise, 1 Tbsp.
    — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of firmly
Adverb
  • Ejiofor is stoutly built but only 6-7 1/2 in socks, so asking him to play center at the next level will be a challenge.
    — John Hollinger, New York Times, 20 June 2026
  • The 49ers’ defense played so stoutly that the Panthers totaled just 230 yards, including 169 passing yards from Bryce Young, who was sacked once, by Clelin Ferrell.
    — Cam Inman, Mercury News, 25 Nov. 2025
Definition of stoutly
Adverb
  • Poor Frank and Kirsten look on confused, determinedly polite in their insistence that all family members should be welcome.
    — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
  • The few street names in Happy Haven were determinedly upbeat, with Christian undertones.
    — Stephen King, The Atlantic, 15 May 2026
Definition of determinedly
Adverb
  • Even with the high ceilings and crown moulding, the appointments feel resolutely cool and modern.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Even the Vidiians, a race of aliens who borrow heavily from the David Cronenberg playbook with their frequent body modifications, are portrayed in a resolutely PG way.
    — Richard Edwards, Space.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of resolutely
Adverb
  • All the entries are highly personal, bracingly creative and audaciously inventive recreations of immortal standards familiar throughout the world.
    — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2026
  • The only narrative novelty is how audaciously cruel the movie is to kids.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
Definition of audaciously
Adverb
  • It’s been 60 years since Star Trek first allowed viewers to boldly go where no one has gone before.
    — Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Aug. 2026
  • As an extension of our Rewrite the Rules summer campaign, this partnership encourages guests of all ages to express themselves boldly, explore their personal style with confidence and discover beauty on their own terms.
    — Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of boldly
Adverb
  • World time trial champion Reusser battled gamely but lost valuable time in the title fight.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Seven of our contributors gamely shared (some of) their secret sins.
    — Sabrina Jaszi, The Dial, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of gamely
Adverb
  • Others, like many cactuses, often don’t bounce back as hardily as their reputations.
    — Joan Meiners, AZCentral.com, 10 Nov. 2025
Definition of hardily
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