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fairly

[fair-lee] / ˈfɛər li /




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While once seen as fairly rare events, a similar example was seen during the 2019-2020 Black Summer bushfires in Australia, which created extreme "firestorms" that made its own weather.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

During the same period, personal environmental behaviors remained fairly stable.

From Science Daily Jul. 25, 2026

Hartig told lawmakers that while the White House report is under review, "we unwaveringly attest that it does not fairly or accurately characterize the full body of work at the museum."

From Barron's Jul. 24, 2026

Voters also are free to fire any politician they regard, fairly or not, as conflicted or distracted.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 23, 2026

“Well, that was fairly gross,” said Jeff, hopping off the bus in front of me that afternoon.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott




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