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flatly

[ flat-lee ]

adverb

  1. absolutely and without qualification:

    Our offer was flatly rejected.

  2. without vitality or animation:

    He spoke flatly about the death of his wife.

  3. in a level, even, or smooth manner:

    Apply the tape flatly to the pipe.



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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of flatly1

First recorded in 1560–70; flat 1( def ) + -ly ( def )
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When pressed on the story, Hegseth flatly denied that any information was shared outside of official channels.

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"Never, ever would she do something like that," he says, flatly.

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The Yunus administration's press office has flatly rejected Indian media reports that senior ISI officials have visited Dhaka.

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Russia has flatly rejected such a move saying it would amount to "direct, official and unveiled involvement of Nato members in the war against Russia".

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Russia has flatly rejected the idea of western troops being sent to Ukraine as part of any peace deal.

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