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primely

American  
[prahym-lee] / ˈpraɪm li /

adverb

  1. excellently.


Etymology

Origin of primely

First recorded in 1605–15; prime + -ly

Example Sentences

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The invaluable work of foley artist Dobson, now primely positioned in a visible corner of David Zinn’s vibrant, Tony-winning scenic design.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 2, 2019

To my surprise, the large, primely located room was empty.

From Scientific American Mar. 30, 2018

With your help, however, we shall get on primely.

From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 5 by Various

So saying, he exhorted Brown to be hasty in despatching his breakfast, as, "the frost having given way, the scent would lie this morning primely."

From Guy Mannering by Scott, Walter, Sir

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