Definition of Sternly
Sternly
stern·ly
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(adverb)
in a way/manner that is hard, severe, or serious, especially when implementing discipline or exercising authority;
e.g. Hi parents sternly warned him not to go there, but he disobeyed them.
(adverb)
in a way that puts significant pressure on someone or something, or in a way that proves to be difficult;
e.g. The experience sternly tested my skills at diplomacy and negotiation.
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