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in a manner that shows acceptance of something undesirable or unavoidable without protest
- She sighed resignedly and started cleaning up the mess, knowing it was her responsibility.
- He nodded resignedly when told that his vacation request had been denied.
- The team accepted the defeat resignedly, understanding that they had done their best.
- He listened resignedly to the criticism, aware that arguing would not change anything.
- She watched resignedly as the rain ruined her outdoor event, accepting there was nothing she could do about it.
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in a hopeless resigned manner
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