Example Sentences

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He fought determinedly for months but lost decisively in Congress.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

Yet Polyakov determinedly strutted around for reporters and masked any discomfort with a grin.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

The canine’s snout sliced determinedly through the water as it dog-paddled along, before eventually turning around and swimming back to Angel Island.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2025

Then he began slowly, determinedly, pushing 312 pounds forward with his feet, completing multiple reps.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 19, 2025

Lyddie, her feet alternately sloshing about and being pinched by Triphena’s shoes, determinedly helped Tim serve both large tables.

From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson