1
as in indeed
not merely this but also
he is a kind, truly generous man
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2
as in actually
to tell the truth
truly, I had no idea you were throwing me a party
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as in definitely
without any question
I very much appreciate your gift—truly, I can't thank you enough!
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as in very
in actual fact
this is truly the nicest thing anyone has done for me
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Recent Examples of truly
Many of us had to study the changes between models to truly appreciate the brand’s efforts to improve an already beloved device.
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Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 1 July 2025
Where are your resources flowing — and is it truly aligned with your soul’s calling?
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 June 2025
Asking if an immigrant truly had a right to be here was now, technically, bipartisan.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 30 June 2025
For something truly unique, the company says bespoke customization options are available on request.
—Alistair Charlton, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
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Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 1 July 2025
Where are your resources flowing — and is it truly aligned with your soul’s calling?
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 June 2025
Asking if an immigrant truly had a right to be here was now, technically, bipartisan.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 30 June 2025
For something truly unique, the company says bespoke customization options are available on request.
—Alistair Charlton, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for truly
Adverb
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In a filing on Tuesday, defendants argued that the president does indeed have the authority to fire and appoint the Librarian of Congress and that his appointees then have the ability to choose a new Copyright Register.—
Kate Knibbs,
ArsTechnica,
28 June 2025
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Unlike Rose, however, Rodriguez has not received a lifetime ban and has indeed been eligible for Hall of Fame induction since 2021.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
Adverb
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For the individuals that are actually operating the fireworks, an important safety precaution to remember is to light the fireworks away from the body without projecting the face over the fire.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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In a statement to the Miami Herald, Perez rejected the notion that the Northeast Corridor dollars were actually at risk and warned the DeSantis administration against attempting to cut funding in the Miami area.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
1 July 2025
Adverb
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The Mandalorian and Andor are done (Mando with its movie), The Acolyte was cancelled, The Book of Boba Fett is definitely dead.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Paris is definitely the strongest fashion week, with a very good balance between mega brands that delivered great shows and emerging talents or independent brands with high creative voices.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
30 June 2025
Adverb
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While it’s sometimes compared to Pilates, the two methods are very different.—
Amy Wilkinson,
SELF,
1 July 2025
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Waller has also been very public about his battles with addiction, most notably, a 2017 overdose that turned his life around for the better.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
Adverb
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Few modern conflicts have certainly sparked as much global outrage, division, and scrutiny as the war in Gaza — not just because of the war’s scale, but for the staggering human toll on civilians.—
Andy Meek,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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That doesn't mean the Padres wouldn't have to give up a strong package to acquire him, but Preller will certainly try to work his magic.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
Adverb
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As The Change Room panel spoke menopause—openly, honestly, and without shame.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
7 July 2025
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The resulting pressures are that taxpayers must voluntarily report this income, which puts tremendous pressure on them to track their records and honestly report their income.—
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
Adverb
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And with your newfound glow, your bridal glam will surely appear more luminous.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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For a long time, reports indicated the king had been unwilling to deepen the rift between him and Prince Harry, but a move such as this one would surely cause their ongoing feud to escalate.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
30 June 2025
Adverb
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And Proxima seems to have become a really exciting place of discovery.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
1 July 2025
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These plush surfaces and advanced digital displays are further enhanced by impressive ambient lighting that really ups the cabin experience when the sun goes down.—
Karl Brauer,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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“Truly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/truly. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.
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