Dictionary Check: sadly

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"sadly" is a valid word!

Scrabble 9 points
Words with Friends 9 points

Definition

adverb

in an unfortunate way

Example: "sadly he died before he could see his grandchild"
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adverb

with sadness; in a sad manner

Example: "β€˜She died last night,’ he said sadly"
adverb

in an unfortunate or deplorable manner

Example: "he was sadly neglected"

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