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grievously

[gree-vuhs-lee] / ˈgri vəs li /




ADVERB
sorely
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Each loved nature and beauty and harmony, suffered grievously under American settlement and finally succeeded by being true to its heritage.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 3, 2025

It appeared to be the first time that Mr. Goldberg-Polin, who was grievously injured in the attack, has been shown to be alive since his captivity began.

From New York Times Apr. 24, 2024

Yet, because they've been so grievously injured, they're unable to signal that.

From Salon Apr. 21, 2024

Doughty, it turns out, grievously butchered the record to reach his conclusion.

From Slate Mar. 18, 2024

I reminded her that a doctor’s confidence was sacred, but that you were grievously anxious about her.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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