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profoundly

[pruh-found-lee, proh‐] / prəˈfaʊnd li, proʊ‐ /


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It is a development that could profoundly reshape how the economy operates, according to an analysis by Steven Ruggles, a leading demographer.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 13, 2026

“There hasn’t been a technological solution that has ... really made us profoundly more productive than the teaching and learning function from the Middle Ages,” Delaney said.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 6, 2026

"These events raise profound questions about the integrity and independence of the review process. Bereaved families deserve complete transparency," he said, adding that he felt "profoundly betrayed" by the Amos review.

From BBC Jun. 30, 2026

But it is profoundly disturbing that four justices rejected it.

From Slate Jun. 30, 2026

Last time, I think the cards I played made everyone else profoundly sad.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman




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