thankfully
Meaning
Thankfully is an adverb used to express relief or gratitude regarding a positive outcome or circumstance, often implying that the situation could have been worse; it conveys a sense of appreciation for favorable developments amidst potential adversity.
💡 It is important to use "thankfully" in contexts where gratitude is appropriate; it is often misused in casual speech to mean "fortunately," which can dilute its intended expression of gratitude.
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