Gravely
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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“This gravely threatens the rule of law,” he said, “which is the foundation of all peaceful civil coexistence.”
And then he must profusely deny his discomfort when Jay gravely says, “I’ve offended you,” and loftily—but also threateningly?—adds,
Warren Gravely III had a home run.
From Los Angeles Times
“Ohhh, leave me be,” it moaned, gravely, like wind weeping in treetops.
From Literature
It said the allegations had "gravely intensified" after 7 October 2023.
From BBC
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