4 uses
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Definition
in a very serious (and often dignified) manner
- But first you must solemnly promise that my name shall never be mentioned.18 — Months Of Peril (24% in)
- Pious Mr. Pike brushed up his hair till it stood upright, and, in deep, solemn tones, began: "Hearken, ye servants!13 — The Church And Slavery (9% in)
- He laid his hand on her head, and said, solemnly, "Ellen, this is the secret you have promised grandmother never to tell.27 — New Destination For The Children (56% in)
- But in a calm, solemn way, for it cost me great effort, I said, "Listen to me, Ellen; I have something to tell you!"39 — The Confession (35% in)
There are no more uses of "solemn" in Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl.
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