gravely
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In response, prosecutors argued Roberts-Smith should remain in custody given the "gravely serious" nature of the charges and the strength of their case.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
“This gravely threatens the rule of law,” he said, “which is the foundation of all peaceful civil coexistence.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026
Donald Verrilli: I think I agree with you, but I worry that he may gravely disappoint you within months on some other matter, or on this very thing.
From Slate • Mar. 4, 2026
Trump also announced that the Medal of Honor would be awarded to Chief Warrant Officer Eric Slover, an Army helicopter pilot who was gravely wounded in the 2026 raid that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026
The old mouse sat down beside him, nodding gravely.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
Vocabulary lists containing gravely
The Battle of the Labyrinth
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"The Midnight Children" by Dan Gemeinhart, Chapters 1–6
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