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profusely

[pruh-fyoos-lee, proh‐] / prəˈfyus li, proʊ‐ /
ADVERB
extensively
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A few months before, RM apologised profusely after his own honest livestream about the anxiety of reuniting and returning to the stage.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

And then he must profusely deny his discomfort when Jay gravely says, “I’ve offended you,” and loftily—but also threateningly?—adds,

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

She held their hands and thanked them profusely for their support.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2025

They’ve all learned to treat him with respect, to thank him profusely for everything right in the world, so to keep him on their good side.

From Slate • Jul. 8, 2025

I thank both Mrs. Carson and Roger again, profusely, and practically skip across the lawn.

From "A Mango-Shaped Space" by Wendy Mass