authoritatively

Example Sentences

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In past seasons, coach Tyronn Lue has prodded Zubac to play more authoritatively around the rim; after this dunk, Zubac ran back on defense yelling, the noise lost in the arena’s larger uproar.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2023

Because of how fast ChatGPT has spread, people almost immediately noticed it wasn’t always right yet it acted authoritatively and it did some things that our values didn’t appreciate.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 27, 2023

With the Legendary Wailers, he’s lead vocalist as well, authoritatively singing “Stir It Up,” “I Shot the Sheriff,” “No Woman, No Cry” and the rest of Marley’s best-known songs.

From Washington Post • Jan. 11, 2023

You've written about this issue so authoritatively for so long.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2022

“We’re late already, get dressed,” Ginika said, firmly, authoritatively, with no room for dissent.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie