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safely

[ seyf-lee ]

adverb

  1. without harm or injury:

    The travel team has arrived safely and on schedule.

  2. without risk or danger:

    While we sit safely in our air-conditioned homes complaining, he’s driving across the country working for change.

  3. in a way that protects from loss, damage, or harm:

    I wanted that piece of paper safely filed away, just in case I needed to look at it again.

  4. without likelihood of being wrong; with reasonable assurance:

    I think we can safely say that the zoo expects some puma kittens later this year!



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Other Words From

  • qua·si-safe·ly adverb
  • su·per·safe·ly adverb
  • un·safe·ly adverb
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Word History and Origins

Origin of safely1

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Example Sentences

All four crew members were able to exit the helicopter safely and no one was injured, according to a Marine Corps spokesperson.

Network Rail, which manages Manchester Piccadilly station but does not run train services, said its job was to "help keep passengers safely on the move".

From BBC

"I just hope they make it through and return safely."

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If your ferry is delayed, you won't be entitled to compensation if weather conditions mean the ship can't safely operate, or there are other extraordinary circumstances.

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"Athlete welfare is at the very top of our priority list, and we will continue to put measures in place to ensure that athletes can confidently and safely engage with social media platforms."

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