roundly

Example Sentences

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Although lower courts roundly rejected these claims, the Supreme Court appeared to buy them.

From Slate • Mar. 17, 2026

But instead of being applauded for my effort, I was roundly shamed by my friends.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

The county commissioned a review of its evacuation system during the fire, but it was roundly criticized for not exposing what or who was responsible for the failures.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

Thursday's update has been roundly welcomed by head teachers' unions.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

Tiny Qendrim volunteered to replace Eldin at keeper, a move his teammates roundly rejected, even as they agreed a change was needed in the net.

From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John