sternly

Example Sentences

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Faithful ally Eric Nam sternly points out to him that his rants are throwing off everyone else’s game.

From Salon • Jan. 15, 2026

When asked if she would congratulate Venezuela’s María Corina Machado on winning the Nobel Peace Prize, the Mexican president sternly replied: “No comment.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026

Others—including British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who has taken great pains to avoid confrontations with the sensitive American president—warned Trump very sternly not to make serious moves on Greenland.

From Slate • Jan. 8, 2026

Emmanuel Macron, the French president, sat sternly throughout the start of the meeting before echoing Merz’s call.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 18, 2025

“Tell the Father Abbot what you want, sly one.” she rasped sternly.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques