seriously

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Encyclicals aren’t meant to be strict policy briefs but rather a letter on a topic the pope wants the global Catholic community to seriously reflect upon.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

NIL earnings have grown so quickly that many top college athletes are seriously weighing staying in school longer — and opting not to turn professional — because turning pro might mean a pay cut.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

"The Dutch side's actions seriously violated China's territorial sovereignty and maritime and air security, seriously breached international law and the basic norms of international relations," the statement said.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Her son Lewis, now 22, is dependent on a ventilator, as well as humidifiers, suction machines and oxygen concentrators, to keep him alive, after falling seriously ill as a toddler.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

“All premiere West African Marvellians have one, and I'm from a very notable family. You've probably heard of us, the Asamoahs, we're seriously legendary. The most famous. So, definitely not a pet.”

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton