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Definitions from the WebObstensiblyDescription:Obstensibly is an adverb that means apparently or seemingly. It is used to describe something that appears, or is supposed to be true, but might not be the actual case. Examples:Example 1:He was absent from work for three days, ostensibly due to illness, but we suspect he went on a vacation. Example 2:The company's publicity campaign, ostensibly aimed at raising awareness, was actually a ploy to increase profits. Example 3:Obstensibly, her presentation was about environmental conservation, but it also served as a platform for her political agenda. Related Products: | ||||
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