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desperately

[des-per-it-lee, -prit-] / ˈdɛs pər ɪt li, -prɪt- /


ADVERB
frightfully
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


Example Sentences

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It reflects exactly where we are: a generation unafraid to play, nostalgic for an era we didn’t live through but desperately want to recreate.

From Salon

Such is the Springbok's strength in depth, however, that Rassie Erasmus's side look the clear favourites over what seems to be a desperately underpowered and inexperienced Welsh team.

From Barron's

After losing two of three, the Colts desperately need this one.

From Los Angeles Times

As his wife, Jocasta, Ms. Manville was arguably even more devastating, at first trying desperately to keep from her beloved husband what she knows.

From The Wall Street Journal

Laughter was what DeLa desperately needed as a young college student who had to create a gig to avoid going home for the holidays, a conundrum many queer fans can relate to.

From Los Angeles Times