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confirmingly

adv

Etymology

From confirming + -ly.

Definitions

  1. So as to confirm

    So as to confirm; in a confirming manner.

    • “There's quite a variety of whales here,” Robert said. Gerd nodded confirmingly.
    • Gerald played along and said, “Hello, Barry,” and not only seized his hand but covered it confirmingly with his other hand, as if he was canvassing […]

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