passionately
Americanadverb
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in a way that is driven by intense feeling or strong conviction.
You've written a much-needed book; hats off to you for championing the real issues so passionately.
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in a way that channels or expresses ardent sexual desire.
We were soon kissing passionately in the back of the taxi.
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with enthusiasm and eagerness; wholeheartedly.
I reserve the right to live passionately, to be a little reckless, and to make a few mistakes, as long as I learn from them.
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“I didn’t want to bring my personal life into the hearing, but I care passionately as well about it opening.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
On Easter Sunday Rubio shared a video on social media in which he passionately described the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
From Salon • May 5, 2026
But they spoke most passionately about the immigration raids in the county.
From Slate • May 4, 2026
“We have a tremendous amount of respect for the community of people who passionately play the game,” she added.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
“I wouldn’t leave my new friends for anything,” Karen said passionately.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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