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firmly

[furm-lee] / ˈfɜrm li /




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It certainly helps that this family is firmly anchored by Lynskey, who proves, yet again, that she can do anything.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 13, 2026

The spokesperson said unlike Russia's shadow fleet, "UK armed forces and commercial vessels operate firmly in line with international maritime law".

From BBC Aug. 13, 2026

These findings are reshaping our understanding of how the brain processes rewards and have put the spotlight firmly on the lateral septum as the home of cravings.

From Science Daily Aug. 12, 2026

The focus has turned firmly towards the future of the non-nuclear principles, which date to 1967.

From Barron's Aug. 9, 2026

He could feel her sharp teeth holding him firmly by the skin of his back.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig




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