dearly

Example Sentences

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I grew up in and love so dearly.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Those allergic to interactive shows can decline an invitation to share the spotlight, although I imagine many would dearly love to reminisce about the time they co-starred with Harry Potter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Salah is indeed a victim of his own standards and as such, his drop-off has been felt dearly.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

The 25-year-old Sakamoto is saying goodbye to the sport and would dearly love to end her career by topping the podium at the Milano Ice Skating Arena.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

“Truly,” she thought, “it is not easy to make plans that involve the supernatural, for who can predict the behavior of the dearly departed?”

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood