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as in indeed
not merely this but also
he is a kind, truly generous man
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as in actually
to tell the truth
truly, I had no idea you were throwing me a party
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as in definitely
without any question
I very much appreciate your gift—truly, I can't thank you enough!
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as in very
in actual fact
this is truly the nicest thing anyone has done for me
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Combined with state incentives, that has led to some truly insane leasing deals.
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Camila Domonoske, NPR, 16 Dec. 2024
This show has also served as a platform for emerging talent such as Dhaval Thakur and Sanchita Bashu, to showcase their craft, which has truly captivated our audience.
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City had already started to turn the tide in derbies before Guardiola arrived, with at least four truly memorable victories under Roberto Mancini (6-1 away and 1-0 at home in 2011-12) and Manuel Pellegrini (4-1 at home, 3-0 away in 2013-14).
—Sam Lee, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
Developing internal motivation—where you’re driven by your own values, interests, and goals—can be truly life-changing.
—Luciana Paulise, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Camila Domonoske, NPR, 16 Dec. 2024
This show has also served as a platform for emerging talent such as Dhaval Thakur and Sanchita Bashu, to showcase their craft, which has truly captivated our audience.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
City had already started to turn the tide in derbies before Guardiola arrived, with at least four truly memorable victories under Roberto Mancini (6-1 away and 1-0 at home in 2011-12) and Manuel Pellegrini (4-1 at home, 3-0 away in 2013-14).
—Sam Lee, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
Developing internal motivation—where you’re driven by your own values, interests, and goals—can be truly life-changing.
—Luciana Paulise, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Christmas is indeed a feast of light, as is Chanukah, which begins tonight for our Jewish neighbors.Timothy Cardinal Dolan, New York Daily News, 25 Dec. 2024
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But his warnings of fines were indeed rather scary.Virginia La Torre Jeker, J.D., Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
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But do dogs actually need interaction with their own species?Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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In addition to strengthening the right muscles to avoid this condition from worsening, the toe separators have actually helped to reduce the bunion all together.Sara Coughlin, SELF, 16 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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It’s got different variations, going from the really rocky stuff to the nice acoustic sound to the very psychedelic sound.Liza Lentini, SPIN, 27 Dec. 2024
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Novocaine is more of an action movie, and that movie was very fun to make, but incredibly physically challenging for me.Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Dec. 2024
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His time with Bedard is certainly over, for now at least.Mark Lazerus, The Athletic, 18 Dec. 2024
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While there are certainly products that can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and needs, hair products are often created with specific consumers in mind.Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 18 Dec. 2024
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My current music collection has a lot of A bit of everything honestly.Liza Lentini, SPIN, 20 Dec. 2024
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Since its development, the internet has never developed a satisfactory way to ensure that a counterparty will act honestly.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 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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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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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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We’ve been ushered, gradually and completely, into a world where every voice matters, of course, but some — those of an establishment class who want to make sure everyone is really welcomed — matter more than ours.Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Truly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/truly. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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