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Definition kindly in American English

kindly adverb

adverb
/ˈkaɪndli/
1

in a kind way

Example

"Don't worry about it," she said kindly.

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2

used for asking someone to do something, especially when you are trying to hide the fact that you are annoyed

Example

Would you kindly stop making that noise?

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Example

Kindly return one copy of the letter to me.

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3

used for showing that you are grateful to someone

Example

The Society has kindly allowed us to use the hall.

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Definition kindly in American English