sadly

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sadlier

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sadliest

1. 1.In a sad manner; sorrowfully.

   • “Only when we climb up can we see it,” he said sadly.

2. 2.Unfortunately, sad to say.

   • Sadly, the two were never to meet again.
   • If you think you’re getting out of this place alive, you are sadly mistaken, my friend.

3. 3.In a manner to cause sadness; badly; terribly.

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Everyday conversation

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Antonyms

• happily

Word family

• sad