merely

Example Sentences

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We’ve all heard that laughter is the best medicine; funny stuff isn’t merely diversion, but essential to our health.

From Los Angeles Times

But that’s merely the “solar” part, which, as mentioned, is in no short supply.

From Salon

They may have a leader, but it’s often acknowledged that they are merely a figurehead, not someone giving direct orders.

From Salon

What was most surprising was that the treatment didn’t merely prevent the disease in mice that hadn’t yet developed, it but also reversed the damage among those that did.

From MarketWatch

This has raised uncertainty over whether the higher tariffs will merely offset capex, he adds.

From The Wall Street Journal