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   stern·ly

   /ˈstərnlē/

   adverb

   • 1. in a serious and severe manner, especially when asserting authority or exercising discipline: "he sternly warned me to not do anything stupid"
   • ▪ in a way that is difficult and puts extreme pressure on someone or something: "a fight had ensued, which sternly tested my peace-making skills"

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