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merely

[meer-lee]

adverb

  1. only as specified and nothing more; simply.

    merely a matter of form.

  2. Obsolete.Ìý

    1. without admixture; purely.

    2. altogether; entirely.



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adverb

  1. only; nothing more than

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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51³Ô¹Ï History and Origins

Origin of merely1

First recorded in 1400–50, merely is from the late Middle English word mereli. See mere 1, -ly
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He came across as entitled and arrogant, even though the context of this comment was merely in terms of his dealings with the media.

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The question seemed simple enough: Was the witness’ use of the word “makeshift†merely shorthand for “makeshift shelter?â€

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The White House hasn’t criticized Israel in its response to the strike, merely stating that it wasn’t involved.

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Song doesn’t merely fold money into the mix.

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For some, the cheering—even the over-cheering—was meant merely as a sign of support for the Beach Boys.

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