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gallantly

[gal-uhnt-lee] / ˈgæl ənt li /


ADVERB
pleasantly
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Arenales gallantly stepping up to support Espinal against a social firing squad sparked a flame between the two.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 15, 2025

Smith gallantly returned and almost pulled out the win.

From Seattle Times Nov. 19, 2023

She trips up in front of him, and he gallantly prevents her from hitting the ground.

From Salon Jun. 18, 2023

Despite his eventual defeat, Tipu was respected by the British for his military acumen and "the way he died gallantly in battle", according to Mr Dalrymple.

From BBC Mar. 29, 2022

He looked up and tipped his hat gallantly.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith




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