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CALMLY

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• CALMLY (adverb)
The adverb CALMLY has 2 senses:

1. with self-possession (especially in times of stress)
2. in a sedate manner

Familiarity information: CALMLY used as an adverb is rare.

• CALMLY (adverb)

Sense 1

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Meaning:

With self-possession (especially in times of stress)

Context example:

he spoke calmly to the rioting students

Pertainym:

calm (not agitated; without losing self-possession)

Sense 2

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Meaning:

In a sedate manner

Synonyms:

sedately; calmly

"If you buy cheaply, you pay dearly."
(English proverb)
"The more you strike the steel, the more beautiful it becomes."
(Albanian proverb)
"God helps those who help themselves."
(Arabic proverb)
"Don't go to the pub without money."
(Czech proverb)

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