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Usage of 'absolutely'



 
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Usage of 'absolutely' #1 (permalink) Thu Apr 24, 2008 9:55 am   Usage of 'absolutely'
 

Can someone please tell me if absolutely can be used like in the following sentences?

1) They absolutely supported me.
2) They absolutely thought it couldn't be done.
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Usage of 'absolutely' #2 (permalink) Thu Apr 24, 2008 11:45 am   Usage of 'absolutely'
 

Yes, I absolutely agree with your use, there.

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