1
as in very
in actual fact
I'm really sorry I upset you
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2
as in actually
to tell the truth
well, really, I'd rather go to the movies than go to dinner
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as in definitely
without any question
that was really a sweet gesture on your part
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as in extremely
to a great degree
really tired after staying up all night
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Recent Examples of really
Headlights is threaded with questions about how far success can really take you.
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Anna Gaca, Pitchfork, 14 July 2025
She’s really elevated the issue to a national level.
—Tammy Murga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 July 2025
These plush surfaces and advanced digital displays are further enhanced by impressive ambient lighting that really ups the cabin experience when the sun goes down.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
This was years ago, before nail art really took off.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 1 July 2025
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Anna Gaca, Pitchfork, 14 July 2025
She’s really elevated the issue to a national level.
—Tammy Murga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 July 2025
These plush surfaces and advanced digital displays are further enhanced by impressive ambient lighting that really ups the cabin experience when the sun goes down.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
This was years ago, before nail art really took off.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for really
Adverb
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He’s been a huge part of us being in contention and he’s pitched very, very well.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Iris and Pepe, whose relationship is very new, though still steamy, are the least likely to win, with odds of 8/1 (+800).—
Christopher Kuhagen,
jsonline.com,
13 July 2025
Adverb
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Blue Jays manager tossed Blue Jays manager Jay Schneider was ejected in the fifth inning, arguing that a foul ball was actually a home run.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
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Inventory was actually higher than pre-pandemic level and the highest going as far as 2016, according to data from Realtor.com.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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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Since its inception, one of the big selling points of the Chromatic has been its extremely durable sapphire display, and interestingly enough, this restock arrives with an additional, cheaper screen option: Gorilla Glass.—
Mitch Wallace,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Moreover, the 33 year old state Assemblyman was carried to victory by an extremely diverse coalition, winning Asian voters (+15), Hispanic voters (+6), and White voters (+5) according to an analysis by the New York Times.—
Douglas Schoen,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
Adverb
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Typically, customers who truly value a product will work with a software company to find mutually beneficial terms.—
Vidhi Agrawal,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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To this day, Botswana remains my touchstone for what a truly transformative safari can be.—
Marni Granston,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
Adverb
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And honestly, Evans’ hot takes rarely rise above room temperature.—
Rick Stroud,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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As The Change Room panel spoke menopause—openly, honestly, and without shame.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
7 July 2025
Adverb
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Vertical Applications While Parker admits the traditional style of lap siding still dominates the siding landscape, verticality is certainly having a moment.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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But the actor is certainly no stranger to grabbing the attention of Emmy voters; this is his sixth Emmy nomination — and his sixth time turning voters' heads while wearing scrubs.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
Adverb
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Unfortunately, this new perspective on my correspondence is not terribly illuminating.—
Rob Pegoraro,
PC Magazine,
9 July 2025
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But Metropolis in those days wasn’t terribly violent.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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“Really.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/really. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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