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merely

[meer-lee] / ˈmɪər li /
ADVERB
slightly
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STRONGEST


ADVERB
a little
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STRONGEST


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But to Arteta, this was merely another edge to exploit.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Governments should not be permitted to search broad groups of innocent people merely because technology makes doing so efficient.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

And because step-down facilities for longer holds are in short supply, patients often remain in expensive emergency rooms for longer periods or are merely released.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

The company accused Wilson of being motivated by personal grievances, adding that he was merely trying to retain relevance at the company.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

“Was it merely meant to draw me to this neighborhood?”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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