at heart
Example Sentences
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But Stephania lived in turmoil, because she was a feminist at heart.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
The longer you live, the more likely you are to realize that not everyone has your best interests at heart.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
"I'm a purist at heart and I think our Scotch bonnets need to be properly protected."
From BBC • May 31, 2026
Reviewing the first-season finale, I wrote that the series was at heart a romantic comedy.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
Lola had come to the nursery that morning in the guise of the adult she considered herself at heart to be.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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