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confidentially

adverb C2
  1. In a confidential manner.
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“You see,” he continued confidentially, “I don’t mind my legs and arms and body being stuffed, because I cannot get hurt.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 18 · B2
Supposing that a matter were brought confidentially to his knowledge, is it absolutely necessary that he should pass it on to the detectives?”
The Valley of Fear, p. 64 · C1
DO you know,” said Anne confidentially, “I’ve made up my mind to enjoy this drive.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 47 · C1
“The last words in it were ‘For God’s sake,’” he whispered, confidentially; “I am very anxious at getting no answer.”
The Return of Sherlock Holmes, p. 110 · C1

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