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dearly

ADVERB
extremely
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ADVERB
lovingly
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Despite the caution, Europe dearly wants to see a shift in Washington's approach to the war in Ukraine.

From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2026

In the past, that has cost the company dearly, though perhaps not enough.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026

The National Museum of China holds a smaller example of this type dearly enough to have declared it a national treasure.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026

"William was a bright, warm and engaging young man whom his family dearly loved - and William loved them back," a statement released on Tuesday evening said.

From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026

He had a nice little house of his own, a wife whom he loved dearly, and two children, named Janie and Bill.

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


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