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hardly
/ˈhɑːdli/
adverb
(manner) Firmly, vigorously, with strength or exertion.
(manner) Harshly, severely; in a hard manner.
"I can't really deal hardly with people."
With difficulty.
interjection
Not really.
"I think the Beatles are a really overrated band. ― Hardly!"
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