Pronunciations (2)
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/ɪɡˈzæk(t).li/
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ɪɡˈzæk(t)li
Adverb
Without approximation; precisely.
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Measure exactly so we can be sure it is right.
The edge is not exactly straight.
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He divided the coins exactly in half.
He, that would write exactly, muſt avoid a Barbarous Pronunciation, and conſider for facility, or thorow miſtake, many words are not ſounded after the beſt dialect. Such as […] Wun, one.
Precisely, used to provide emphasis.
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He did it that way exactly to prove the point.
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His hair is a semilong dull red and pulled back in a sloppy pony at the base of his neck, and his face is riddled with small freckles and grease, but out here I can see personal hygiene isn't exactly at the top of the priority list.
Interjection
Signifies agreement or recognition.
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So you're saying that we have only three days left? — Yes, exactly!
Adverb
indicating exactness or preciseness
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he was doing precisely (or exactly) what she had told him to do
it was just as he said — the jewel was gone
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it has just enough salt
just as it should be
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‘Precisely, my lord,’ he said
in a precise manner
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she always expressed herself precisely