dearly

Example Sentences

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We regularly babysit our granddaughter and love her dearly.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

The dearly departed Sosa was a 6–3 decision that brought together the court’s left and center.

From Slate • Jun. 24, 2026

“Hitler’s crusade in the East,” as Mr. Hargreaves calls it, cost Germany dearly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

McIlroy was seemingly ready to charge when he too reached three under with a birdie on the eighth but his wedge play cost him dearly.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026

She dearly longed to accompany the midwife, but still being Brainless Brat, she was afraid to ask.

From "The Midwife's Apprentice" by Karen Cushman