Simply
Simply adverb - For nothing other than.
Willingly and simply are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Willingly" instead an adverb "Simply".
Nearby Words: simple, simplistic
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- They are native to an unknown Alternate Reality (called simply "The Homeworld of Shadow"), and do not come to Earth willingly.
Source: Fan Fic / Shadowchasers Series - There are many people who simply need more time to themselves and willingly have few or no friends.
Source: Acceptable Lifestyle Targets -
The Quisling: A toad, simply known as Toad, willingly works for Cockatrice, but is eventually Rewarded as a Traitor Deserves when the basilisks kill him anyway.
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