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selfishly

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛlfɪʃli/

In a manner that shows concern only for one's own desires, needs, or advantages, often at the expense of others.

She acted selfishly when she took the last seat on the bus, ignoring the elderly woman standing nearby.
It is hard to work with someone who behaves so selfishly during group projects.
He realized he had been living quite selfishly and decided to start volunteering his time.

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