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decisively

[dih-sahy-siv-lee] / dɪˈsaɪ sɪv li /






ADVERB
resolutely
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"Grassroots movements and pressure from international bodies like the UN are the reasons why many countries, some more timidly and some more decisively, have started discussing reparation policies," said Martinez, the researcher into Spanish colonialism.

From BBC

The government said it had acted "quickly and decisively" to support households at risk.

From BBC

A closer look at its weekly chart shows that it decisively broke above its 50 week simple moving average, which is now starting to flatline, in late February.

From Barron's

Reverting to that approach against Spurs allowed them to pick moments in which they exerted energy, attacking the box decisively when spaces opened up – as a more naturally counter-attacking side.

From BBC

But the best opportunities often emerge in these fast-moving, uncomfortable environments, requiring investors to act decisively, even when the setup feels anything but certain.

From Barron's