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Her manner was grave.
Definition
serious and/or solemn
The exact meaning of this sense of grave can depend upon its context. For example:
- "This is a grave problem," or "a situation of the utmost gravity." — important, dangerous, or causing worry
- "She was in a grave mood upon returning from the funeral." — sad or solemn
- "She looked me in the eye and gravely promised." — in a sincere and serious manner
- In the first place, the little gallipot of a boat that we were in was gravely overloaded.Chapter 17 — Narrative Continued by the Doctor: The Jolly-boat's.... (3% in)
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- And may I And all my pirates share the grave Where these and their creations lie!Chapter 1 — The Old Sea-dog at the Admiral Benbow (6% in)
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