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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mercifully

/mɜːrˈsɪfəli/ adverb · British & US
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What does mercifully mean?

adverb

Used to express relief or gratitude that something unpleasant or difficult has been Cyr limited or avoided.

Example

"The storm passed mercifully quickly, sparing the town from major damage."

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