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September 16, 2016 Word of the Day

sorely /ˈsoɚli/ adverb
sorely
/ˈsoɚli/
adverb
The dog is sorely in need of a bath.
The dog is sorely in need of a bath.
Definition of SORELY

: very much : BADLY

  • You will be sorely missed.

  • She provided some sorely needed help.

  • The house is sorely in need of paint.

  • He is sorely lacking in social skills.

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