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wholeheartedly

American  
[hohl-hahr-tid-lee] / ˈhoʊlˈhɑr tɪd li /

adverb

  1. with the utmost sincerity, enthusiasm, commitment, etc..

    I still believe wholeheartedly in freedom of speech and conscience, and will continue to defend them in my new role as party leader.


Etymology

Origin of wholeheartedly

wholehearted ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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"We hope people would come and see how healthy they are, playing wholeheartedly and sleeping soundly like kids," the zoo said.

From Barron's Jul. 27, 2026

He adds: "I wholeheartedly believe her that this perhaps didn't work out because of her own concerns and anxiety around the hosting."

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

But we can wholeheartedly recommend this dispatch from Slate’s Alexander Sammon, who visited his local Taco Bell to eat chalupas with the brave Americans who aren’t letting the risk of a parasite ruin their appetite.

From Slate Jul. 23, 2026

I wholeheartedly believe that the best way to enjoy the nuggets is straight out of the oven or the air-fryer, dipped in your favorite condiments.

From Salon Jun. 28, 2026

I say the words like I believe them wholeheartedly.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott

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