hardly
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But at a time of international instability and with the government's defence plans still seemingly up in the air, Healey's resignation could hardly be more serious.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
The software apocalypse story is hardly the only source of uncertainty about Oracle’s future.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Energy markets’ worst nightmare has been playing out for more than 100 days, but one would hardly know it by looking at crude-oil futures.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
But these lingering queries are hardly the film’s worst feature.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
Her mouth and cheeks hardly moved when she spoke.
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
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