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How to pronounce wryly

“wryly” pronunciation in American and British English

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“wryly” in real sentences

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  1. wryly mock the absurdities of mental life.

    The School of Life

  2. late as 1986 one astute fan noted wryly that mammography Rika recapitulates hagiography again

    NC State Doctoral Program in Communication, Rhetoric, and Digital Media (CRDM)

  3. I am listening to you, convener, but I am smiling wryly as I do so.

    The Scottish Parliament

  4. wryly observed how the curvy silhouette of this heavenly body covered by celestial stars, reminding him

    Late Night with Seth Meyers

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