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emphatically

British  
/ ɪmˈfætɪkəlɪ, -klɪ /

adverb

  1. with emphasis or force

  2. definitely or unquestionably

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“Boss Lincoln” is emphatically not a political-science tract; Mr. Pinsker makes his points within a gripping chronological narrative that consistently animates Lincoln’s inexhaustible quest.

From The Wall Street Journal

She shakes her head so emphatically that her wispy hair flies against her face.

From Literature

If it was ever in doubt before this World Championship, Littler has emphatically proven he is the best player on the planet right now.

From BBC

"The lignite monoculture has been both a blessing and a curse for the region," one said emphatically.

From Barron's

Chubb put out a statement saying that it “emphatically denies that any offer was made.”

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