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as in strongly
in a vigorous and forceful manner
roundly attacked the proposal to raise the state's gas tax
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as in systematically
with attention to all aspects or details
few sitcoms were as roundly disliked as that one
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Recent Examples of roundly
The court roundly rejected claims by Trump and his lawyers that the judge who presided over the trial made a series of decisions that harmed Trump's standing with the jury.
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Graham Kates, CBS News, 30 Dec. 2024
After an initial proposal of $250 billion a year was soundly rejected, the Azerbaijan presidency brewed up a new rough draft of $300 billion that was never formally presented, but also dismissed roundly by African nations and small island states, according to messages relayed from inside.
—Graham Underwood, arkansasonline.com, 24 Nov. 2024
The album confounded some critics upon its release, but was roundly embraced by fans as their favorite artist’s most unguarded statement to date.
—Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 19 Dec. 2024
The targets of Brown’s derision, from gimmicky visual effects to ridiculous product placement to the endless social media war between inclusivity influencers and fanboys who hate female superheroes, have been roundly mocked for years.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 2 Oct. 2024
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Graham Kates, CBS News, 30 Dec. 2024
After an initial proposal of $250 billion a year was soundly rejected, the Azerbaijan presidency brewed up a new rough draft of $300 billion that was never formally presented, but also dismissed roundly by African nations and small island states, according to messages relayed from inside.
—Graham Underwood, arkansasonline.com, 24 Nov. 2024
The album confounded some critics upon its release, but was roundly embraced by fans as their favorite artist’s most unguarded statement to date.
—Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 19 Dec. 2024
The targets of Brown’s derision, from gimmicky visual effects to ridiculous product placement to the endless social media war between inclusivity influencers and fanboys who hate female superheroes, have been roundly mocked for years.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 2 Oct. 2024
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While not mandatory, it’s strongly advised to get ready to leave for your safety.—
Danielle Wallace,
Fox News,
12 Jan. 2025
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In 2025, forward-thinking leaders must strongly consider wellness as a core business strategy.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
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New York City Marathon Race day: November 2 The New York City Marathon is the world’s largest race—more than 55,000 finished in 2024—and is considered an unofficial holiday for the thousands of spectators who vigorously cheer as the runners make their way through all five boroughs.—
Forbes Travel Guide,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
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The internal funding mechanism will enable the Big Ten to compete more vigorously for out-of-market athletes, who traditionally have stayed near their homes in football-rich states of Texas and Florida.—
Scott Dochterman,
The Athletic,
9 Jan. 2025
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Drain the noodles thoroughly and stir into the sauce.—
CAROLE KOTKIN,
Miami Herald,
10 Jan. 2025
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Water thoroughly if the soil feels somewhat dry to the touch at that depth.—
Miri Talabac,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Jan. 2025
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The Kings were widely criticized for firing Brown, who led them to the playoffs for the first time since 2006, ending the longest playoff drought in NBA history after 16 consecutive losing seasons.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacramento Bee,
17 Jan. 2025
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The central bank next meets Feb. 6, when a quarter-point cut is widely expected.—
Jenni Reid,
CNBC,
17 Jan. 2025
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Any display of weakness encourages Russia to continue and strike harder, as has happened throughout the year.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
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Go hard or go home was Dalin’s motto during his record-smashing run.—
George Allen,
Robb Report,
15 Jan. 2025
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Directed by Gia Coppola, Anderson was joined by a stellar cast: Jamie Lee Curtis, who plays Shelly's wise and fiercely loyal best friend Annette; Dave Bautista as stage manager Eddie; Billie Lourd as Shelly's daughter Hannah and Shipka and Song as dancers Jodie and Mary-Anne.—
Kevin Lynn,
Newsweek,
6 Jan. 2025
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Kimbell has said the retailer has never experienced such a fiercely competitive environment.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
WWD,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Roundly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roundly. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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