adverb
- With resolute determination.
- usage: "we firmly believed it"; "you must stand firm"
- synonyms: firm, steadfastly, unwaveringly
- In a secure manner; in a manner free from danger.
- usage: "she held the child securely"
- synonyms: securely
- With firmness.
- usage: "held hard to the railing"
- synonyms: hard
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