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Moderatebriefly
The correct spelling is briefly.
How to pronounce briefly
/ˈbɹiːfli/
adverbIPA: /ˈbɹiːfli/
Say it like: Bree-flee
The correct spelling is briefly. (manner) In a brief manner, summarily. For example: "He covered the subject briefly in his book."
Usage Examples
“He covered the subject briefly in his book.”
“He only worked here briefly.”
“Briefly, I am not happy about what happened, but no one will be losing their job.”
Definition
adverb
- 1.(manner) In a brief manner, summarily.
- 2.(duration) For a brief period.
- 3.To be brief, in short.
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