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(adverb) at a great cost; "he paid dearly for the food"; "this cost him dear" |
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Synonyms: dear |
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(adverb) with affection; "she loved him dearly"; "he treats her affectionately" |
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Synonyms: affectionately, dear |
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(adverb) in a sincere and heartfelt manner; "I would dearly love to know" |
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Synonyms: in a heartfelt way |
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