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precisely (adverb)
Precisely is an adverb used to emphasize that something is completely accurate, exact, or correct in every detail. It can also be used as a way to indicate strong agreement with a statement made by someone else.
"The ingredients must be weighed precisely for the cake to rise correctly."
Think of a 'PRE-CISE' cut. You 'PRE-cut' the 'SIZE' exactly right. PRE-SIZE-LY.
He arrived precisely at about 5 PM. → He arrived precisely at 5 PM.
I am precisely tired today. → I am very tired today.
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