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bodily

/ˈbɑdɪli/ adjective C1
  1. Of, relating to, or concerning the body. · His bodily deficiencies were a heavy burden to him.
  2. Having a body or material form; physical; corporeal.
  3. Real; actual; put into execution.
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Not so much bodily exertion, you understand, as the strain upon the mind.
A Study in Scarlet, p. 58 · B2
“Yes, his bodily faculties, for he can neither move nor speak, nevertheless he thinks, acts, and wills in the manner I have described.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 630 · C1
“Possibly, possibly,” said Beauchamp immediately; “but every simpleton would not be able to understand your heroism, and sooner or later you will find yourself compelled to explain it to them more energetically than would be convenient to your bodily health and the duration of your life.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 916 · C1

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