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precisely

Pronunciation: [prɪˈsaɪsli]

Word

Context: "measurement"

(adverb) exactly or accurately, without any mistakes. It means being very specific about something.

Example

He measured the ingredients precisely for the recipe.

Example

Her calculations were not precise, leading to some mistakes.

Example

Can you tell me precisely how much this will cost?

Context: "clarification"

(adverb) to emphasize that something is completely true or correct. It helps to clear up confusion.

Example

The teacher said, 'That is precisely what I meant!'

Example

It's not precisely what we were discussing earlier.

Example

Is that precisely what you think happened?

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