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firmly
[ furm-lee ]
adverb
- in a manner or position that is secure and solid:
Make sure the grab bar is installed properly and remains firmly attached to the wall.
The well-being of humankind, its peace and security, are unattainable unless and until its unity is firmly established.
- in a calm, assertive, or authoritative voice or manner:
As a teacher I learned how to speak firmly and loudly without being harsh.
- in a resolute or unwavering manner:
When people firmly believe something essential to their worldview, they construct supporting beliefs in order to avoid having that worldview collapse.
- in a fixed way; steadily:
To keep your eyes firmly focused on the road, make sure you have a pair of good sunglasses handy in case the sun becomes dazzling.
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
Origin of firmly1
Example Sentences
Both firmly agree that femininity is the root of all evil.
And with tongue firmly planted in cheek, my GOP source said, “We got everything we wanted with this guy, didn’t we?â€
After completing the video, the musician said he'd landed firmly on the side of "human intelligence" over AI.
Beijing "firmly opposes and will never accept such hegemonic and bullying practices," foregin ministry spokesperson Lin Jian told reporters on Wednesday.
"China will firmly safeguard its legitimate rights and interests."
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