as in certainly
without any question
surely there's something I can do to help
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Recent Examples of surely
While the concierge can surely assist in last minute requests, it’s recommended to contact the concierge before your stay for tailored assistance.
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile Reed is hoping his son’s early start will give him a leg up on the competition in the surely forthcoming National Shadow Boxing League.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
But after ducking the tax — the first step toward eventually resetting their heavy repeater penalties — the Celtics surely won’t want to jump right back into it.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Trade alternatives Multiple free agent options at first base surely hurts the trade market for Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle and Rays first baseman Yandy Díaz (Mountcastle, in particular, seems to have very little role to play in Baltimore at this point).
—Chad Jennings, New York Times, 5 Feb. 2026
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile Reed is hoping his son’s early start will give him a leg up on the competition in the surely forthcoming National Shadow Boxing League.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
But after ducking the tax — the first step toward eventually resetting their heavy repeater penalties — the Celtics surely won’t want to jump right back into it.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Trade alternatives Multiple free agent options at first base surely hurts the trade market for Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle and Rays first baseman Yandy Díaz (Mountcastle, in particular, seems to have very little role to play in Baltimore at this point).
—Chad Jennings, New York Times, 5 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for surely
Adverb
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But kudos to the Mitch Marner vote; that would certainly be something.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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And dance it most certainly did.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
9 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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So there are definitely more affordable opportunities here now for both buyers and owners.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Cleaning Supplies Experts agree that cleaning supplies should definitely be kept out of the kitchen.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
6 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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For a place with such a miniscule slice of the population, Warroad has sure provided an outsized boost.—
Dave Campbell,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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But so far, no one has run on the sure-tackling Seahawks.—
Hank Gola,
New York Daily News,
6 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Harper says the contract should clearly state the mover’s liability for your belongings, pickup and delivery dates and all payment terms.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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During past outbreaks, though, health authorities at local, state, and federal levels have given that same advice—vaccinate, now—loudly, clearly, and persistently.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
5 Feb. 2026
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Some are strong sellers that are being made available at sizeable discounts, while others are older medications, have inexpensive generic alternatives or are being offered at prices that are probably comparable to what drugmakers receive from insurers.—
Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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Most are passionate about food and/or art, probably the two leading draws for anyone visiting San Miguel.—
Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Surely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surely. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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