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sternly
01
in a strict and serious way, especially when showing disapproval or giving orders
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Examples
The teacher looked at the noisy class and sternly told them to quiet down.
1.1
in a hard or demanding way that puts something or someone under intense strain or challenge
Examples
The freezing wind sternly pushed against our faces as we climbed.
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