barely
Example Sentences
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She went from being hugely active to barely being able to do anything because of the pain.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Household spending barely rose if inflation is taken into account.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
“We, as artists, are barely keeping a step ahead of the monster,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
The only time he has been seen since his arrest was an initial appearance via video, where he seemed confused and tired, his speech barely audible.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
I can barely fathom that it’s happening at all.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
Vocabulary lists containing barely
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 26–31
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Thirteen Reasons Why
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