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exactly

/ɪɡˈzæk(t).li/ interjection C2
  1. Signifies agreement or recognition. · So you're saying that we have only three days left? — Yes, exactly!
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“Exactly, my dear Watson!
The Valley of Fear, p. 3 · C1
She tried it on her own head and found that it fitted her exactly.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 94 · B2
“Exactly so!” declared the little man, rubbing his hands together as if it pleased him.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 106 · B2
Oz, left to himself, smiled to think of his success in giving the Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman and the Lion exactly what they thought they wanted.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 115 · B2

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