briefly
Pronunciation: [ˈbrifli]
Word
Context: "communication"
(adverb) when you talk about something for a short amount of time or use few words. It means getting to the main point quickly without extra details.
Example
She briefly explained the rules of the game so everyone could understand quickly.
Example
He didn't briefly mention what happened; he talked for a long time instead.
Example
Can you briefly tell us what happened at the meeting?
Context: "time"
(adverb) for a short duration. It means something happens for a little bit of time, not for long.
Example
They stayed briefly to say hello before going to the party.
Example
They didn't stay briefly at all; they lingered for hours.
Example
How long did they stay briefly after the game?
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