logistically
Americanadverb
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in a way that relates to logistics, the branch of military operations dealing with the supply, maintenance, and distribution of equipment and personnel.
In antiquity, warfare became associated with agriculture because armies depended logistically on huge granaries.
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in a way that relates to the planning, coordination, and implementation of the details of any operation.
With the help of my very understanding wife, I began planning both logistically and financially to return to Mount Everest to film some new material.
Etymology
Origin of logistically
First recorded in 1900–05; logistic 1 ( def. ) + -ally ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Logistically, the execution of this special entailed figuring out the appropriate scale for the Muppet Theater.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026
Logistically, it means everything has been planned with accessibility in mind, like dinners at restaurants with chairs that are spacious, supportive and comfortable.
From New York Times • Jun. 27, 2023
Logistically, all ticket scanners are being replaced over the next few years, to streamline the entry/exit process.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 15, 2022
Many of the posts have depressing titles: "Stressed," "Lost myself," or "Logistically, how do I manage going back to work?"
From Salon • Aug. 14, 2022
Logistically, athletically, mentally, could she contend across three events at the highest level in a painfully short span of time?
From BBC • Jan. 4, 2022
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