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gruffly
 

Definitions from WordNet

Adverbial gruffly has 1 sense
  1. gruffly - in a gruff manner; "`No,' he replied gruffly"
    Derived from adjective     gruff1

Definitions from the Web

gruffly

Adverb

Definition: in a rough or stern manner; bluntly or curtly

Example sentences:

  1. He answered gruffly, "I don't have time for this nonsense."
  2. The old sailor spoke gruffly, warning the newcomers to stay away from the dangerous waters.
  3. She cleared her throat and said gruffly, "Get to the point."

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