as in vigorously
in a vigorous and forceful manner
in the past, the senator has always strongly opposed any suggested increase in taxes
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Recent Examples of strongly
However, it’s strongly advised to refrain from doing so.
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2025
But the justices strongly suggested that the parents will win in the end.
—Arkansas Online, 29 June 2025
His stint was short-lived, as fans strongly preferred the original Cartwright trio.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 29 June 2025
Others, however, may be strongly advised to cut back immediately, including people with:
Replacing salt with salt substitutes can significantly reduce your risk of high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, and chronic kidney disease.
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 28 June 2025
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2025
But the justices strongly suggested that the parents will win in the end.
—Arkansas Online, 29 June 2025
His stint was short-lived, as fans strongly preferred the original Cartwright trio.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 29 June 2025
Others, however, may be strongly advised to cut back immediately, including people with:
Replacing salt with salt substitutes can significantly reduce your risk of high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, and chronic kidney disease.
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 28 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for strongly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strongly
Adverb
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The search yielded 83 tiny, starburst galaxies, all vigorously forming stars when the universe was just 800 million years old, around 6% of its current age.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
19 June 2025
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While Silicon Valley has made extraordinary contributions – and promoted them vigorously – the rules that work for a few may not work for you.—
Dileep Rao,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
Adverb
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And after years of fiercely protecting her private life (and facing incredible scrutiny from the tabloids, who analyzed every move of the Girls girls), Williams is feeling more open to sharing more of herself with the world.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
26 June 2025
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Brands—especially those in the fiercely competitive e-commerce environment—need to think outside the box to stand out.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
Adverb
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Enchanting the Club Silencio audience with a powerfully emotional performance, Del Rio’s character faints (or worse) and crumples to the stage floor as the song hits its crescendo.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
27 June 2025
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The device, called a milli-spinner, is a tiny, powerfully rotating hollow tube outfitted with fins and slits.—
Ani Freedman,
Fortune,
27 June 2025
Adverb
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The boys really worked hard this season and wanted to go all the way.—
Alex Kushel,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
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Versatile, hard working, dynamic and capable of playing in numerous roles.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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During the arrest, the subject continuously forcefully resisted arrest until he had been placed into a vehicle.—
Mona Darwish,
Oc Register,
24 June 2025
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If that had happened, the Trump administration might have responded much more forcefully, which in turn could have sparked further escalation from Iran.—
Uri Friedman,
The Atlantic,
23 June 2025
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“Strongly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strongly. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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