as in definitely
without any question
certainly, you can come to the party
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That’s certainly been true here in the U.S. and seemingly more so worldwide.
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Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2024
The good and bad times of life will happen anywhere, but the prospect of living in walking distance of your best friends certainly seems…well, maybe just a little bit utopian?
—Charlotte Collins, Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2024
There was no internet, so there certainly weren’t platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and others.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
But though its price is certainly right, this 1.5-liter plastic model designed for cold brew was just too flimsily constructed to recommend.
—Matthew Korfhage, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
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Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2024
The good and bad times of life will happen anywhere, but the prospect of living in walking distance of your best friends certainly seems…well, maybe just a little bit utopian?
—Charlotte Collins, Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2024
There was no internet, so there certainly weren’t platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and others.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
But though its price is certainly right, this 1.5-liter plastic model designed for cold brew was just too flimsily constructed to recommend.
—Matthew Korfhage, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
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The younger promotion is growing fast and Lashley definitely won't be the last who's tempted over.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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The metaverse is a good example — maybe everyone eventually starts living online and Roblox’s digital world is still thriving, but the buzz has definitely moved on.Evan Clark, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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Here are a few ideas for quick travel options to go to places that will surely be covered in beautiful, magical snow this winter.Zach Bradshaw, The Arizona Republic, 16 Dec. 2024
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In fact, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports that Houston could trade for Nolan Arenado—another third baseman—which would surely close the door on a potential Bregman return.Daniel R. Epstein, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Money might not grow on trees, but mistletoe sure does.Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Dec. 2024
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The Giants sure sound willing to engage with any or all of those one-time perennial All-Stars while addressing short-term needs.Andrew Baggarly, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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But nothing seemed fun in light of the far more serious issue that clearly outweighed the final game result.Dalton Ross, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Other veterans like Corbin Burnes, Blake Snell and Max Fried are the only pitchers clearly in the tier above him.Sam Blum, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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It's expected to be finalized in October. ELECTIONS 2024 The three lieutenant governor candidates had their first and probably only debate on Tuesday at the state fair ― a mostly placid affair with room for only a few polite political jabs.Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Dec. 2024
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That's probably a smart idea because if the biggest villain can't win House of Villains, there's definitely a flaw in the game somewhere.Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Force the overpaid consultants and contractors who give really bad advice to get immersed into the culture of an old mill town trying to make its way in the new economy.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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The pair really do go through the ringer, evading elephant stampedes, treacherous mountains, and ice cold snowy condidtions that look like Disney is setting up a cross over sequel with Frozen.Pete Hammond, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Certainly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/certainly. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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