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firmly
[furm-lee]
adverb
in a manner or position that is secure and solid.
Make sure the grab bar is installed properly and remains firmly attached to the wall.
The well-being of humankind, its peace and security, are unattainable unless and until its unity is firmly established.
in a calm, assertive, or authoritative voice or manner.
As a teacher I learned how to speak firmly and loudly without being harsh.
in a resolute or unwavering manner.
When people firmly believe something essential to their worldview, they construct supporting beliefs in order to avoid having that worldview collapse.
in a fixed way; steadily.
To keep your eyes firmly focused on the road, make sure you have a pair of good sunglasses handy in case the sun becomes dazzling.
Word History and Origins
Origin of firmly1
Example Sentences
“We believe this is a 1996 moment … and NOT a 1999 bubble moment and remain firmly bullish on tech stocks into year-end and 2026 despite recent investor bearish fears,” Ives said.
The US holiday - which falls this Friday - has been firmly adopted by UK retailers, and what was once a single day of sales has now spread to the weeks before and after.
But questions have been raised as to whether Cartel de los Soles actually exists and Venezuela's foreign ministry has "categorically, firmly, and absolutely rejected" the designation, which it describes as a "new and ridiculous lie".
A fortnight after the Gunners' surprise draw at Sunderland gave their Premier League title rivals new hope, Sunday's resounding win over Tottenham has put them firmly back in the hot seat.
Kyiv politely but firmly pushed back and over several weeks negotiated more equitable terms.
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