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1. 1.In a way which is certain; with certainty.

   • The torque was "built up" in the special back axle and the car crawled tankwise but very certainly over the obstacles without a jar or hesitation.

2. 2.Without doubt, surely.

   • That was certainly sweet of him.
   • The accident was certainly caused by human error.
   • 'I'm all grown up now' -'You certainly have (grown)!'

3. 3.An emphatic affirmative answer; of course.

   • Would you like it with ice? Certainly, and with lemon please.

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