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heartfelt

American  
[hahrt-felt] / ˈhɑrtˌfɛlt /

adjective

  1. deeply or sincerely felt: felt.

    heartfelt sympathy.
heartfelt British  
/ ˈhɑːtˌfɛlt /

adjective

  1. sincerely and strongly felt

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Etymology

Origin of heartfelt

First recorded in 1725–35; heart + felt 1

Example Sentences

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The spokesperson added Envoi Allen was a "supremely talented horse and our heartfelt condolences are with all his connections".

From BBC

"There's really nothing more I can say apart from offer my heartfelt thanks to friends and colleagues - junior and senior - across the corporation who have sent their good wishes and support."

From BBC

But he has tried to widen his appeal, with heartfelt videos on social media about issues affecting women, or posts about Brazilians going hungry.

From Barron's

“He’s most famous for that, but he also did so many heartfelt benefits for different causes.”

From Los Angeles Times

The ovations were strong and heartfelt, the mutual appreciation, well, blindingly obvious.

From BBC

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