as in definitely
without any question
certainly, you can come to the party
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That would be one off their total from last season and almost certainly good enough to earn a postseason berth.
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Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 July 2025
While The Gilded Age was initially set in 1882 with season 3 picking up in the early spring of 1883, members of the Crawley family — well, younger versions of the ones seen on the series, which takes place between 1912 and 1926 — certainly exist at this time, Fellowes acknowledges to PEOPLE.
—Stacy Lambe, People.com, 14 July 2025
Few modern conflicts have certainly sparked as much global outrage, division, and scrutiny as the war in Gaza — not just because of the war’s scale, but for the staggering human toll on civilians.
—Andy Meek, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
That doesn't mean the Padres wouldn't have to give up a strong package to acquire him, but Preller will certainly try to work his magic.
—Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 July 2025
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Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 July 2025
While The Gilded Age was initially set in 1882 with season 3 picking up in the early spring of 1883, members of the Crawley family — well, younger versions of the ones seen on the series, which takes place between 1912 and 1926 — certainly exist at this time, Fellowes acknowledges to PEOPLE.
—Stacy Lambe, People.com, 14 July 2025
Few modern conflicts have certainly sparked as much global outrage, division, and scrutiny as the war in Gaza — not just because of the war’s scale, but for the staggering human toll on civilians.
—Andy Meek, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
That doesn't mean the Padres wouldn't have to give up a strong package to acquire him, but Preller will certainly try to work his magic.
—Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for certainly
Adverb
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The color blocking on the hips definitely gives it a flattering shape.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
14 July 2025
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The report is out via Bloomberg, and while a number of these are not likely to shock you, there are definitely some interesting surprises to be found.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Adverb
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Those words surely thrill Herrmann, who has been coaching tennis or pickleball for 40-plus years.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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The predominantly green design with contrasting swirls of gold, red, and black will surely make its mark in the minds of onlookers.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
Adverb
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So sure, hop into season 3 now, or just wait a month until Netflix scoops it up.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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And sure, your patio furniture set is important, but a little decor goes a long way to make an outdoor space more personal and cozy.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
11 July 2025
Adverb
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But, in a way, even this backlash is a backhanded recognition of the moment; the Administration, and its supporters in the fossil-fuel industry, clearly consider this the last possible moment to stifle the sun.—
Bill McKibben,
New Yorker,
9 July 2025
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Footage from a sheriff’s helicopter showed Rendon raising his arm, but the grainy video does not show clearly whether the gun went toward deputies or his own head.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 July 2025
Adverb
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The most favorable states probably are South Dakota, Nevada, Alaska, and Delaware, but don’t rule out others.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Teff is probably best known as the core ingredient in injera, Ethiopia’s iconic spongy bread, but the grain also has plenty of other uses.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
15 July 2025
Adverb
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Each suite has its own floor, but the public spaces are where the hotel really shines.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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For as all-encompassing as the laws of physics are in our daily lives, especially behind the wheel, humankind really has taken them for granted.—
Peter Nelson,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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“Certainly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/certainly. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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