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seriousness

[seer-ee-uhs-nis] / ˈsɪər i əs nɪs /




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A spokesperson for NI Water told BBC News NI it took its responsibility to the environment "with the utmost seriousness".

From BBC Jul. 14, 2026

When contacted by AFP, the Israeli police said it was "treating every one of these incidents with the utmost seriousness", including setting up "specialised joint task forces" and meeting with local community leaders.

From Barron's Jul. 5, 2026

Instead of being treated with the seriousness they deserve, these topics are handled by the exhibition as opportunities for posturing.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 3, 2026

“What happened affected me deeply and I do not minimize the seriousness of it,” Smith said in court on Thursday.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 2, 2026

Mustafa starts to smile with relief, and then quickly regains his seriousness.

From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan




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