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dearly

ADVERB
extremely
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ADVERB
lovingly
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Seeing who could get the most olives to her became a sort of competition for our competitive family, but there were no stakes in this game except feeding someone we loved so dearly.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

Gerry was a wonderful collaborator and friend to so many and will be dearly missed.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Not listening to his mother cost 23-year-old Nigerian Rasheed Wasiu dearly – more than five years of his freedom for something he did not do.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

"I believe that's going to cost them dearly."

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

But whereas the wretched Io had to pay dearly for the distinction, Europa was exceedingly fortunate.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton




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