きっぱり

Flatly, decisively, or with finality

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キッパリ for emphasis

Adverb (often with と), Suru verb (きっぱりする)

Decisively / Flatly / Firmly

Describes an action taken with absolute finality and strong will, leaving no room for doubt or negotiation.

Example

彼はその申し出をきっぱりと断った。

He flatly refused that offer.

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きっぱり

Flatly, decisively, or with finality

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