1
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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2
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
Like the day unfolded naturally, but every moment was placed there with intention.
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Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
The move will lead to binding deals that limit transfer opportunities, which naturally leads to the next step: Schools paying buyouts to obtain players.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2025
Fluoride, which occurs naturally in water, soil and air, strengthens teeth and reduces cavities by replacing minerals lost during normal wear and tear, according to the CDC.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2025
The hormone estrogen, which helps reduce inflammation and maintain cartilage, naturally decreases as women hit menopause.
—Jennifer Shanker, Flow Space, 16 Jan. 2025
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Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
The move will lead to binding deals that limit transfer opportunities, which naturally leads to the next step: Schools paying buyouts to obtain players.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2025
Fluoride, which occurs naturally in water, soil and air, strengthens teeth and reduces cavities by replacing minerals lost during normal wear and tear, according to the CDC.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2025
The hormone estrogen, which helps reduce inflammation and maintain cartilage, naturally decreases as women hit menopause.
—Jennifer Shanker, Flow Space, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for naturally
Adverb
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During Thanksgiving, presidents usually grant pardons to turkeys — for laughs, of course.—
Ron Faucheux,
Orlando Sentinel,
19 Jan. 2025
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Bokashi composting is usually performed in a 5-gallon bucket or similarly sized container.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Jan. 2025
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Yet, while organizational leaders may sincerely pursue tangible improvements across the DEI spectrum, these efforts often turn up short, regrettably failing to move the needle.—
Charlotte Sweeney OBE,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Sting sincerely apologizes for any inconvenience and extends his gratitude to the fans for their understanding.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
Fox News,
22 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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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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The two largest expenditures are typically the general fund and capital fund budgets.—
Chris Papst,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Jan. 2025
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And one is typically very male coded and one is very female coded.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
27 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 1 Feb. 2025.
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