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in·deed Listen to audio/ɪnˈdi:d/ adverb
1 : without any question — used to stress the truth of a statement Indeed, he is a great poet. = He is indeed a great poet. This is indeed [=certainly] a matter of great importance. They were indeed heroes, though they were never honored. She does indeed work here. I will indeed be there. The problem is a serious one indeed. Do you know him? I do indeed. = Indeed I do. Do you know him? Yes, indeed! [=I certainly do]often used after very This is a very nice house indeed. Thank you very much indeed.
2used in response to a statement that is regarded as doubtful or surprising I did my best. Did you indeed? The project is still on schedule. Is it indeed? He claims that it was just a misunderstanding. Indeed?
3 formalused when making a statement that adds to or strengthens a previous statement He likes to have things his own way; indeed, he can be very stubborn. She is quite lovely, indeed a beauty. Many people objected. Indeed, my uncle complained in writing. It is possible—indeed, probable—that the crime was an inside job.
4used in a question that repeats and emphasizes a preceding question to show that you do not know the answer How can we help them? How, indeed? When will they come here again? When, indeed?
a friend in need is a friend indeedsee friend
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