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as in inherently
by natural character or ability
tour guides who are naturally outgoing and can easily approach and converse with strangers
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as in usually
according to the usual course of things
we naturally like to be as comfortable as possible
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as in sincerely
without any attempt to impress by deception or exaggeration
trying to act naturally in the presence of the famous and admired actor
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Recent Examples of naturally
There were also, naturally, guns, and 20 firearms were seized from various members of the ring.
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Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 15 Jan. 2025
One innovative approach is to include multimedia elements like photos or videos of your service, although this should align naturally with your narrative and avoid seeming forced.
—Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) NAFLD is a condition where fat builds up in the liver and cannot break down naturally.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 2 Jan. 2025
Stifle those yawns, though, people—naturally the visionary director won’t leave it at that.
—Olivia Marks, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2025
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Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 15 Jan. 2025
One innovative approach is to include multimedia elements like photos or videos of your service, although this should align naturally with your narrative and avoid seeming forced.
—Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) NAFLD is a condition where fat builds up in the liver and cannot break down naturally.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 2 Jan. 2025
Stifle those yawns, though, people—naturally the visionary director won’t leave it at that.
—Olivia Marks, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for naturally
Adverb
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In the most damaged and contaminated areas, officials will usually send in debris-removal teams to clear away the most dangerous waste and ash.—
Alejandra Borunda,
NPR,
19 Jan. 2025
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Check the product listing—there's usually a case thickness limit in millimeters.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
19 Jan. 2025
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Acknowledge the issue publicly, apologize sincerely and outline steps to address it.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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Perhaps the country had too many of its own idols—or perhaps, as the new musical biopic Better Man argues, Williams was too gleefully self-deprecating to sincerely make the sales pitch.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
14 Jan. 2025
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In other words, don’t force yourself to complete a 1000-piece puzzle or go birdwatching if neither of those things genuinely pique your interest.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
19 Jan. 2025
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From a talent perspective, success in 2025 will hinge on candidates researching typical offerings, asking the right questions and advocating for the benefits that matter most to them—elements that can transform a standard offer into a genuinely fulfilling employment package.—
Cynthia Pong, JD,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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Customers are typically willing to pay a premium for instant access to items, especially in high-traffic areas like airports, gyms or office buildings.—
Aslak de Silva,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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The documents reveal that about two minutes before the crash, Hunter put his car into what Tesla calls Full Self-Driving (Supervised) mode — its most advanced driver-assistance system, for which drivers typically pay extra.—
Joel Rose,
NPR,
15 Jan. 2025
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People may speak less freely, share less information and keep their guard up, remaining hesitant to express themselves.—
Jason Foodman,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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With data flowing freely across platforms, companies can identify trends, anticipate disruptions, and make proactive decisions.—
William Mullane,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Naturally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naturally. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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