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adrede

adrede(
ah
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dreh
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deh
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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. on purpose
No rompí el plato adrede. Fue un accidente.I didn't break the plate on purpose. It was an accident.
b. intentionally
Los Lezcano se fueron temprano adrede para evitar cruzarse conmigo.The Lezcanos left early intentionally to avoid running into me.
c. deliberately
Laura dijo eso adrede para herirte.Laura said that deliberately to hurt you.
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