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very

English → English

adv//ˈvɛri//

(intensity) Highly: used to emphasize an adjective or adverb to a high degree

The math exam was very difficult, and many students struggled to finish it on time.

(English) The math exam was very difficult, and many students struggled to finish it on time.

It is very important to wear a helmet while riding a bicycle on busy streets.

(English) It is very important to wear a helmet while riding a bicycle on busy streets.

adj//ˈvɛri//

(emphasis) Precise: used to emphasize that you are talking about a specific person or thing

The robbery happened in this very spot just two hours ago.

(English) The robbery happened in this very spot just two hours ago.

He is the very man the police have been looking for since the crime occurred.

(English) He is the very man the police have been looking for since the crime occurred.

Entry ID: en:en:very · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary