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firmly

UK/ˈfɜːmli/ US/ˈfɝmli/ fairly common

adverb

1.

with resolute determination

  • “we firmly believed it”
  • “you must stand firm”
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2.

in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger

  • “she held the child securely”
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3.

with firmness

  • “held hard to the railing”
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Origin

From Middle English fermely; equivalent to firm + -ly.

Phrases

  • tongue firmly in cheek

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