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
The disease circulates naturally among rodents and can be passed to humans via fleas.
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Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 July 2025
Plus, there’s no need to worry about the elements: This elegant piece is naturally resistant to moisture, insects, warping, and cracking.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
Burnett naturally references families with names like Daley to justify his unapologetic nepotism.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2025
The 2025 competition saw photographers from 69 countries submit over 5,500 entries to compete in a plethora of diverse categories to gain recognition and, naturally, prize money.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 13 July 2025
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Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 July 2025
Plus, there’s no need to worry about the elements: This elegant piece is naturally resistant to moisture, insects, warping, and cracking.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
Burnett naturally references families with names like Daley to justify his unapologetic nepotism.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2025
The 2025 competition saw photographers from 69 countries submit over 5,500 entries to compete in a plethora of diverse categories to gain recognition and, naturally, prize money.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for naturally
Adverb
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Hormone therapy is usually available as an oral pill or injection.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
6 July 2025
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Does buying a single company's stock usually provide a safer return than buying a stock mutual fund?—
Hersh Shefrin,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
Adverb
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The crucial element isn't avoiding errors, which is impossible, but rather owning them, apologizing sincerely, and committing to improvement.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Because my beliefs are sincerely rooted in a flawed human’s attempts at decency — with equality for all, and discriminating against no one.—
Todd Gilchrist,
IndieWire,
11 July 2025
Adverb
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This is a barebones pack that will save anyone in a pickle or looking to make young Star Wars happy for a day, but look elsewhere for genuinely convincing costumes.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
4 July 2025
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Waterproof jewelry has opened the door to durable, stylish, and genuinely wearable accessories that won’t tarnish after a few wears.—
Kaitlyn Gomez,
USA Today,
4 July 2025
Adverb
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What time are coyotes most active? Coyotes are typically most active at dawn and dusk, but their behavior changes based on temperature, prey availability and their fear of humans.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
14 July 2025
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However, allergy suspicions typically arise when your dog starts showing signs of stomach aches, vomiting and diarrhea while on a grain-inclusive diet.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Any information supporting the claim, its scope, and, if applicable, verification, should be easily, freely and publicly available.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
2 July 2025
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Students will not be allowed to freely use their cellphones within Jefferson County Public Schools next year after Kentucky legislators successfully passed a bill requiring districts statewide to implement bans.—
Krista Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
2 July 2025
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“Naturally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naturally. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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