merely

Example Sentences

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"It's much more than merely delaying or preventing symptoms."

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Current and former military officials caution, however, that it is not lawful to strike an adversary’s infrastructure merely to pressure the foe to begin negotiations or to send political signals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

We spoke merely hours before the debut of “Freestyle: A Love Story,” a stage production that follows two lovers who meet at a freestyle show — then reconnect at a concert 20 years later.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

The aroma is deeper, fuller; the warmth blooms instead of merely humming.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

“Well, why don’t you find something to do,” he’d tell me in a voice that didn’t sound like merely a suggestion.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan