1
as in strongly
in a vigorous and forceful manner
roundly attacked the proposal to raise the state's gas tax
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2
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
But in public spaces, the Russian Federation and the Soviet Union are roundly despised.
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Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 7 May 2025
During the 2016 election, Francis roundly criticized Trump's campaign proposal to build a wall on the U.S.-Mexico border.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 21 Apr. 2025
The Kremlin announced a brief truce in January 2023 to mark Orthodox Christmas, which quickly fell apart as it was roundly criticized by Ukraine as a cover for Russian soldiers to advance.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Apr. 2025
Democrats, for their part, are roundly opposed to the tariffs.
—Ishai Melamede, ABC News, 25 Apr. 2025
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Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 7 May 2025
During the 2016 election, Francis roundly criticized Trump's campaign proposal to build a wall on the U.S.-Mexico border.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 21 Apr. 2025
The Kremlin announced a brief truce in January 2023 to mark Orthodox Christmas, which quickly fell apart as it was roundly criticized by Ukraine as a cover for Russian soldiers to advance.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Apr. 2025
Democrats, for their part, are roundly opposed to the tariffs.
—Ishai Melamede, ABC News, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for roundly
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The Yield curve flipped from strongly inverted to rapidly steepening within a week of the Fed’s first rate cut in 4 ½ years.—
George Calhoun,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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The commission is currently charged with giving final approval for Envision Evanston 2045, an initiative that would increase density that Biss has strongly supported.—
Richard Requena,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2025
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Method: Fill a wine glass with ice, add the wine, mint and slices of lemon then stir vigorously to combine.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The writer-director’s smartest move is never to deny Colin his dignity, even when he’s humiliated for disappointing Ray or getting vigorously plowed on a table.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2025
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Any actions should be considered thoroughly, alongside a broad coalition of state insurance regulators, industry, and other stakeholders ready to work with federal policymakers.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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Apply an ample amount of shampoo and work it in thoroughly.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 May 2025
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Sotto is the wizard behind the turn-of-the-century Main Street at Disneyland Paris, which is widely seen as one of the most elaborate lands in Disney history.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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Mentha spicata is the classic garden mint or spearmint widely used in a range of dishes—from sweet to savory.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
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The second-term Republican president's remarks contrasted with his other more-combative public comments from throughout the long holiday weekend, including an all-caps message sent just hours earlier that swung hard at his political opponents and federal judges.—
Davis Winkie,
USA Today,
27 May 2025
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Fashion aside, the culture has given Loc a sense of belonging, and motivation to work harder at his craft.—
Stephanie Yang,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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As one of the last remaining breeds bred for the specific purposes of sledding and hunting, its genetic purity is fiercely protected.—
Katherine Alex Beaven,
Smithsonian Magazine,
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
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“Roundly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roundly. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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