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Word entry · 9 letters

expressly

Best crossword clue

"Directly stated"

9 letters · collected on this word page

9 lettersPronunciation /ɪkˈspɹɛsli/Part of speech adverbSorted eelprssxyStarts with EEnds with Y1 cluesCommon crossword word
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Definitions

  1. Clearly, directly, or for a specific stated purpose.

Word origin

From express + -ly.

Used in a sentence

  • We were expressly permitted to use the building. See – here is the note from the manager clearly stating that we have permission to use the building.
  • "What do you think of this sentence, my dear Lizzy?" said Jane as she finished it. "Is it not clear enough? Does it not expressly declare that Caroline neither expects nor wishes me to be her sister; […]"
  • "No term or condition of this Public License will be waived and no failure to comply consented to unless expressly agreed to by the Licensor."

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