Translation of merely in Spanish

I am from Los Angeles California, i live in Manhattan NYC, i like to photography and art. I am learning English for my work and I should have a study partner in order to learn English a little quicker. Do you agree?
There were too many of these children and they were determined to sell us a can of Coca Cola. All means were legitimate, even shaking our boat, so that we would be scared of falling into the water.
Does that give you enough information to get started with? If you would like to receive more information ask your private teacher, I am sure she knows all of it. Kind regards to your family.