as in certainly
without any question
surely there's something I can do to help
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Recent Examples of surely
The original quartet’s performances and swashbuckling recording of the Borodin surely caught the attention of L.A. director Edwin Lester.
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Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
On that list would surely be an assassination attempt that grazed the ear of Donald Trump, prompting a flash of fist-pumping defiance that became instantly iconic.
—Jane Onyanga-Omara, USA Today, 11 July 2025
And with your newfound glow, your bridal glam will surely appear more luminous.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 1 July 2025
And anyone who watched the first Test will surely agree that the primacy of Test and international cricket should still be paramount.
—Paul Newman, New York Times, 30 June 2025
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Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
On that list would surely be an assassination attempt that grazed the ear of Donald Trump, prompting a flash of fist-pumping defiance that became instantly iconic.
—Jane Onyanga-Omara, USA Today, 11 July 2025
And with your newfound glow, your bridal glam will surely appear more luminous.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 1 July 2025
And anyone who watched the first Test will surely agree that the primacy of Test and international cricket should still be paramount.
—Paul Newman, New York Times, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for surely
Adverb
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Few modern conflicts have certainly sparked as much global outrage, division, and scrutiny as the war in Gaza — not just because of the war’s scale, but for the staggering human toll on civilians.—
Andy Meek,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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That doesn't mean the Padres wouldn't have to give up a strong package to acquire him, but Preller will certainly try to work his magic.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
Adverb
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The color blocking on the hips definitely gives it a flattering shape.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
14 July 2025
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The report is out via Bloomberg, and while a number of these are not likely to shock you, there are definitely some interesting surprises to be found.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Adverb
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So sure, hop into season 3 now, or just wait a month until Netflix scoops it up.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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And sure, your patio furniture set is important, but a little decor goes a long way to make an outdoor space more personal and cozy.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
11 July 2025
Adverb
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There are clearly opportunities to further develop this unique site as a transboundary reserve with North Korea.—
Saleem H. Ali,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Michigan clearly saw Meadows as one of the top edge prospects in the class and prioritized him accordingly.—
Austin Meek,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
Adverb
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David Berding/Getty Images The imaginations of everyone in the press room probably ran wild when Homa said this.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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Every mistake is probably magnified with a ball — and guys on base — getting barreled somewhere.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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“Surely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surely. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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