mercifully

[US]/ˈmɜ:sɪfɵlɪ/
[UK]/'mɝsɪfəli/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adv. fortunately; in a merciful manner; with compassion

Example Sentences

The wait was mercifully brief, little more than an hour.

Amnesia mercifully obliterated his memory of the accident.

It was a mercifully quick end for those condemned to die.

Mercifully some one arrived upon the scene to extricate him from the dilemma and assume the responsibility.

The experience could mercifully decrease the sense of responsibility which leads to disheartenment easily;meanwhile it could prohibit us from excoriating ourselves and others.

Mercifully, the rain stopped just in time for the outdoor wedding ceremony.

She mercifully spared him from embarrassment by changing the subject.

The teacher mercifully extended the deadline for the assignment.

Mercifully, the power came back on after just a few minutes.

He mercifully decided to forgive her for her mistake.

The doctor mercifully administered pain relief to the patient.

Mercifully, the traffic cleared up and we arrived at the airport on time.

The judge mercifully reduced the sentence due to the defendant's remorse.

Mercifully, she was able to find her lost keys just before leaving the house.

He mercifully offered his help to the struggling student.

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