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merely

[meer-lee]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adverb

only as specified and nothing more; simply.
merely a matter of form.
Obsolete.��
1. without admixture; purely.
2. altogether; entirely.

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adverb

only; nothing more than

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Word 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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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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This “How to Train Your Dragon” is merely longer.

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But the Conservatives criticised the lack of support for a new M4 relief road, while Plaid Cymru said the cash was "merely a drop in the ocean compared to the billions Wales is owed".

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