earnestly
Example Sentences
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Behind them, Lauren Lloyd, 33, visiting from Nashville, sat earnestly scribbling on her wish tag, which was filled from edge to edge with neat script.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
"We earnestly hope, that the 'Islamabad Talks' succeed in achieving sustainable peace and wish to share more good news in coming days," Sharif said.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
Politics has of course always had a mucky and brutal side to it, as well as one of public service which works earnestly to improve people's lives.
From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026
However despicable body-snatchers were, their doctor-customers earnestly wanted to teach their craft and cure people of disease.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026
I know it’s directed at me, and as usual, I can’t quite tell if he’s saying it earnestly or maliciously.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
Vocabulary lists containing earnestly
"The Landlady" by Roald Dahl
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
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