Which text uses the word terribly in its traditional sense?
A: After the birth of their child, Brooke and Edwin hardly slept; for weeks, the newborn baby cried terribly throughout the night.
B: After the birth of their child, Brooke and Edwin were terribly exhausted; for weeks, the newborn baby cried throughout the night.
The first text uses terribly in its traditional sense: in a terrible manner.
After the birth of their child, Brooke and Edwin hardly slept; for weeks, the newborn baby cried terribly throughout the night.
The second text uses terribly in its nontraditional sense: extremely; very.
After the birth of their child, Brooke and Edwin were terribly exhausted; for weeks, the newborn baby cried throughout the night.
Most style guides recommend to use the traditional sense of the word terribly because it is considered more standard.