firmly
Example Sentences
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So far the United States has been firmly against global regulation of the sector that could stifle innovation.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
“I’m just so excited about this 16-hour flight,” McVay told reporters, tongue firmly in cheek, on Tuesday in Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
"If managed correctly, I firmly believe that reform presents a significant opportunity to deliver a better service for both the public and those working within policing," she added.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
“While the fall months tend to be volatile for stocks, the solid fundamentals that pushed stocks to record highs this summer remain firmly intact,” says Carol Schleif, chief market strategist at BMO Wealth Management.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
“It is not a snack,” Penelope whispered back, as firmly as a person can whisper.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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