Definition of Sternly
in a harsh way
Examples of Sternly in a sentence
After the last chapter’s horrible test grades, the teacher spoke sternly to her class about studying for the next test. 🔊
“We are in a hurry,” the mother said sternly to her son, “walk faster so we won’t be late.” 🔊
With a clear voice, the CEO of the company spoke sternly to his employees about showing up to work on time or finding another job. 🔊
In order to appear distinguished on his first day of school, the young teacher walked sternly up to the board in front of the class. 🔊
When the parents need to have an important discussion with their teenagers about drugs, they will speak sternly to them using specific words. 🔊
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