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gratuitously

Part of Speech: adverb

Sense 1: Without reason or justification; done without any valid cause.

Example sentence 1: The professor criticized the student gratuitously, without considering the student's efforts.

Example sentence 2: The actor gratuitously insulted his co-star, causing tension on the film set.

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Sense 2: In a generous manner without expecting anything in return.

Example sentence 1: She gratuitously donated her time to help out at the local food bank.

Example sentence 2: The company sponsors art programs gratuitously to support local talent.

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