earnestly
Example Sentences
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Claiming that Rubio is “just an earnestly funny person” and as an afterthought adding, “JD was spectacular.”
From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026
"We earnestly hope, that the 'Islamabad Talks' succeed in achieving sustainable peace and wish to share more good news in coming days," Sharif said.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
“Is there a part for me in it?” she asks earnestly.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
“I think he’s doing it earnestly out of a true desire to see things done well,” Geis said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
I tipped Michael and earnestly wished him luck with property rights and poverty.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
Vocabulary lists containing earnestly
"The Landlady" by Roald Dahl
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
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