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grievously

[gree-vuhs-lee] / ˈgri vəs li /




ADVERB
sorely
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“The integrity, independence, and diversity of our industry would be grievously compromised. Competition is essential for a healthy economy and a healthy democracy. So is thoughtful regulation and enforcement.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Each loved nature and beauty and harmony, suffered grievously under American settlement and finally succeeded by being true to its heritage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 3, 2025

These actions shocked the conscience and grievously damaged the country.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2025

The video appeared to be the first time that Mr. Goldberg-Polin, who was grievously injured in the Hamas-led Oct.

From New York Times • Apr. 24, 2024

And Ser Loras was young, prone to all the rash judgments of youth, and had been grievously wounded storming the castle besides.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin




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