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awfully

[aw-fuh-lee, awf-lee] / ˈɔ fə li, ˈɔf li /




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That kind of never-say-die only seems like yesterday, but in other ways it feels like an awfully long time ago.

From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026

He’s lived long enough to get used to the feeling of being unfortunately, awfully correct.

From Salon ● Aug. 12, 2026

It’s the same in banking, and the times right now are looking awfully sweet for the biggest U.S. behemoths.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026

Limbo doesn’t have a ZIP code, but it’s an awfully unsettling place to live.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 6, 2026

“For such a big bird he takes awfully small steps,” said Bill.

From "Mr. Popper's Penguins" by Florence Atwater and Richard Atwater




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