solemnly
Example Sentences
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The French Academy of Sciences tried a similar approach in the late 18th century, solemnly declaring that rocks couldn’t fall from the sky because there were no rocks in the sky.
“She will be mad at us,” Cassiopeia declared solemnly.
From Literature
They solemnly promised to keep the secret, but naturally, the children suspected that this was the same surprise meant for Lady Constance.
From Literature
“Mr. Harley-Dickinson, I must be frank with you,” she said solemnly.
From Literature
"The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Chinese embassy and consulates in Japan solemnly remind Chinese citizens to avoid travelling to Japan in the near future."
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
