Meaning of the word barely in English

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barely

US /ˈber.li/
UK /ˈber.li/
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Adverb

1.

only just; almost not

Example:
She could barely see in the dark room.
He barely made it to the meeting on time.
2.

without covering or disguise; openly

Example:
The truth was barely concealed.
He spoke barely above a whisper.
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