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as in only
for nothing other than
the scholarships are awarded simply on the basis of merit uninterested in food, she eats simply to keep alive
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Recent Examples of simply
But with the exception of Morel, none of their additions projected to help the following season.
Unable to address most of their immediate needs, the Rays simply expanded their talent base.
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Levi Weaver, New York Times, 11 July 2025
Rather than simply responding to instructions, the systems demonstrated initiative, persistence, and a rudimentary capacity for self-preservation.
—Hamilton Mann, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
The attacks on law firms and lawyers, even as Chicago’s own Jenner & Block bravely resists, has nonetheless led to other firms with major offices in our city simply capitulating out of avarice or cowardice.
—Michael Pfleger, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2025
These heavy-duty products are designed for individuals who need additional sweat and odor protection, whether due to hyperhidrosis, a demanding lifestyle, postpartum hormonal changes, or simply genetics.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 29 June 2025
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Levi Weaver, New York Times, 11 July 2025
Rather than simply responding to instructions, the systems demonstrated initiative, persistence, and a rudimentary capacity for self-preservation.
—Hamilton Mann, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
The attacks on law firms and lawyers, even as Chicago’s own Jenner & Block bravely resists, has nonetheless led to other firms with major offices in our city simply capitulating out of avarice or cowardice.
—Michael Pfleger, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2025
These heavy-duty products are designed for individuals who need additional sweat and odor protection, whether due to hyperhidrosis, a demanding lifestyle, postpartum hormonal changes, or simply genetics.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 29 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for simply
Adverb
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For me, my character’s heart was truly genuine in only wanting to protect and save that baby.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
8 July 2025
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Everyone there loves to party, except for Saira (Shabana Azeez), the ruling queens’ only daughter, a sheepish 23-year-old with extreme self-esteem issues.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
8 July 2025
Adverb
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As a result, their bonus pool is just $6.57 million, third lowest among MLB teams.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Officers responded just after 7 p.m. to Truman Road and Missouri 78 Highway on a reported crash.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 July 2025
Adverb
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Any prices or levels shown are either historical or purely indicative.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
7 July 2025
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From purely fun picks like a Bluey bubble maker that doubles as a karaoke machine to adorable, educational faves like Melissa & Doug’s Cutting Fruit Set, these deals start at just $9.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
7 July 2025
Adverb
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The Harvard Business Review reinforces this: Emotionally connected customers are more than twice as valuable as merely satisfied ones.—
Manu Mathew,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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These are important questions, but are ultimately merely nibbling around the edges of the main problem, which is that Rikers Island has for decades now been a cesspool of unconstitutional conduct and rampant violence that has shocked even longtime criminal justice observers like Martin.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
13 July 2025
Adverb
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Now, the public defender solely refers people to each court, and must argue a defendant deserves a referral before a judge.—
Ishani Desai
July 7,
Sacbee.com,
7 July 2025
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Another bill sponsored by Morgan, which passed through the House but didn’t come to a vote in the Senate, would prevent insurers doing business in Illinois from denying, reducing or terminating coverage solely because of the use of an artificial intelligence system.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
Adverb
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As a junior, Bremner was used exclusively as a starter while once again upping his strikeout total.—
Bodie De Silva,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Smith talks exclusively with PEOPLE about how the community rallied together to help make her grandson's birthday special.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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“Simply.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simply. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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