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also exceeding
as in extremely
to a great degree
the salesclerk was exceedingly patient with one customer who couldn't make up his mind
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Recent Examples of exceedingly
Because its long-range artillery was believed to be crucial for the liberation of Boston, the fort became exceedingly tempting to raid.
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 May 2025
Anything more than that would be deemed exceedingly cruel and unusual, and therefore unconstitutional.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 11 May 2025
This virtually unlimited discretion given to the FDA not only blurs the separation of powers between Congress and the executive branch and is also exceedingly vague.
—Ross Marchand, Boston Herald, 8 May 2025
In some ways, the book is exceedingly repetitive — each page has the same list of columns, and many of the same dots in each column.
—Erica Klarreich, Quanta Magazine, 5 May 2025
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 May 2025
Anything more than that would be deemed exceedingly cruel and unusual, and therefore unconstitutional.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 11 May 2025
This virtually unlimited discretion given to the FDA not only blurs the separation of powers between Congress and the executive branch and is also exceedingly vague.
—Ross Marchand, Boston Herald, 8 May 2025
In some ways, the book is exceedingly repetitive — each page has the same list of columns, and many of the same dots in each column.
—Erica Klarreich, Quanta Magazine, 5 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for exceedingly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exceedingly
Adverb
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No league in the United States is more popular than the National Football League, making the schedule release an extremely exciting day for the sports world.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
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While some have argued for simply adding more landers and rovers, the analyses that can be done in laboratories on Earth will provide much more information than can be obtained on Mars with in situ assets that have, of necessity, extremely limited scientific instrumentation.—
Bruce Jakosky,
Space.com,
14 May 2025
Adverb
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Through it all, Cher has remained a woman with an incredibly sharp wit, and zero tolerance for BS.—
Jordan Hoffman,
EW.com,
20 May 2025
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Like its younger sibling, the whiskey has an incredibly broad aroma, encompassing fresh and dried tropical and orchard fruits, nuts, caramel or butterscotch, and vanilla.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
Adverb
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Rhythm is very important in my stories and the slightest second too long can disrupt this rhythm.—
Alissa Simon,
Variety,
14 May 2025
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Well, yes, the casting process was very long, obviously.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
14 May 2025
Adverb
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The Celtics are doing that and shooting terribly, following up a 25 percent 3-point shooting performance in Game 1 with a 25 percent performance in Game 2.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
8 May 2025
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Listen to this article 2 min Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce will be getting his steps in after his Game 2 Celtics-Knicks prediction ended terribly for him.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2025
Adverb
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The United States possesses abundant mineral deposits, yet ores often travel thousands of miles abroad before returning as finished components — especially rare-earth magnets and battery-grade metals that power electric vehicles, wind turbines, and advanced electronics.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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What’s the Takeaway for People With Heart Failure? Experiencing issues with planning and thinking can be especially problematic for people with heart failure, given the complex self-care required to manage the condition.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
Health,
16 May 2025
Adverb
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His story is a call to action for anyone, particularly those from marginalized communities, who seek freedom.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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That family of beetles is particularly damaging to crops like potatoes and cereal grains.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
10 May 2025
Adverb
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The Virginia congressman fiercely defended government workers in the wake of President Donald Trump’s election as the Administration sought to cut federal funding and employees.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
21 May 2025
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After Russia claimed to have retaken control of Kursk in April, Kyiv insisted its troops are fiercely battling to preserve their foothold in the territory.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
21 May 2025
Adverb
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Syria desperately needs investment to rebuild infrastructure and reduce widespread poverty.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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Many of us have seen our public schools struggle for money, experienced increasing severe natural disasters like hurricanes and fires, or know a veteran desperately in need of essential services.—
Douglas J. Amy,
Hartford Courant,
13 May 2025
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“Exceedingly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exceedingly. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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