as in hard
with great effort or determination
intently studied his notes just before the exam
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Recent Examples of intently
Since selling the bulk of its cable and studio assets to Walt Disney Co. in 2019, Fox News’ corporate parent has focused intently on programming that cultivates live viewership.
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Brian Steinberg, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025
Global markets will be watching the meeting intently for any signs of a thaw or continued standoff between the world’s two biggest economies.
—Colin Meyn, The Hill, 9 May 2025
As potential jurors spoke, Combs — who is also sporting a gray beard — listened intently, wrote down notes and scanned the room, occasionally whispering to his attorney, Marc Agnifilo.
—Liam Quinn, People.com, 7 May 2025
Attention: Listening intently and responding thoughtfully can de-escalate tensions and build psychological safety.
—Aparna Rae, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
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Brian Steinberg, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025
Global markets will be watching the meeting intently for any signs of a thaw or continued standoff between the world’s two biggest economies.
—Colin Meyn, The Hill, 9 May 2025
As potential jurors spoke, Combs — who is also sporting a gray beard — listened intently, wrote down notes and scanned the room, occasionally whispering to his attorney, Marc Agnifilo.
—Liam Quinn, People.com, 7 May 2025
Attention: Listening intently and responding thoughtfully can de-escalate tensions and build psychological safety.
—Aparna Rae, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intently
Adverb
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However, some auto manufacturers are working hard to reduce the carbon footprint of their vehicles.—
Carlton Reid,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Fair housing means fair rules, in which tenants who work hard, play by the rules and pay on time don’t bear the financial burden of those who fail to do so.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
Adverb
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After she was transferred to an intensive care unit, an obstetric nurse stayed by her bedside continuously to monitor the fetus’ heart rate and movements.—
Kate Brumback,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2025
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Plants produce sweetly fragrant flowers from the growing shoot tips continuously from spring through frost, providing a constant supply of nectar for native bees and butterflies.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
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“Intently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intently. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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