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mercifully
mer·ci·ful·ly [ múrssif'lee ]


adverb 
Definition:
 
1. so as to show mercy: so as to show mercy or compassion
2. fortunately: in a way or at a time that prevents or ends something unpleasant

Word Usage

See sentence adverb.
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