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English to English adverb
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in an unfortunate way |  | Example: sadly he died before he could see his grandchild
source: wordnet30
| 2 |
with sadness; in a sad manner |  | Example: `She died last night,' he said sadly
source: wordnet30
| 3 |
in an unfortunate or deplorable manner |  | Example: he was sadly neglected it was woefully inadequate
source: wordnet30
| 4 |
Wearily; heavily; firmly. |  | source: webster1913
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