Greetings, they do so colloquially for stylistic reasons, when they think that words like absolutely, utterly, entirely, exactly (which can substitute 'dead') are not enough. I am dead certain of that. Respectfully, Gleb Chebrikoff
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lazzy boyWhy people used the word 'dead' ?From the dictionary www.m-w.com