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Definition of usually

usually

/ˈjuː.ʒu.ə.li/
u · su · al · ly
Adjective:usual
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• adverb

1

Under normal conditions; in most cases; generally or habitually.

Example

"She usually takes the train to work, except on rainy mornings when she drives."

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• Nearby Words

ussuri
usti nad labem
usual
usually
usualness
usurp
usurper

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'usual' and the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The base word 'usual' comes from Late Latin 'usualis', meaning 'ordinary' or 'customary', derived from Latin 'usus' (use or custom).

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