roundly
Example Sentences
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Although lower courts roundly rejected these claims, the Supreme Court appeared to buy them.
From Slate • Mar. 17, 2026
But instead of being applauded for my effort, I was roundly shamed by my friends.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
The supporters at Santagiulia were partisan in favour of the Canadians, with the USA team roundly booed before face-off.
From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026
Yet even as the coach was roundly criticized for his handling of the situation, UCLA’s players were insistent that Cronin still had their backs.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026
By now Lord Fredrick had grudgingly agreed to meet the soothsayer, for he had been roundly scolded by his wife.
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
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