usually

[yoo-zhoo-uh-lee, yoozh-wuh-lee]

adverb

1. in the manner or way that is most usual; typically; ordinarily.

   We usually have breakfast on the back porch.

usually

/ ˈjuːʒʊəlɪ /

adverb

1. customarily; at most times; in the ordinary course of events

Word History and Origins

Origin of usually¹

First recorded in 1450–1500; late Middle English; usual ( def. ) + -ly

Synonym Study

See often.

Example Sentences

“Standard insurance policies usually do not cover delays or cancellations that result from government shutdowns,” said Joe Cronin, president of International Citizens Insurance, a company that specializes in insurance solutions.

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“By law, family members usually don’t have to pay the debts of a deceased relative from their own money,” the FTC says.

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Women have shown more improvement with super spikes than men, and women are usually smaller—but that could be explained by factors such as differences in muscle strength, Hoogkamer said.

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The Panthers usually tone down the extracurricular activities during the regular season, mostly to ensure the team’s playoff longevity.

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He struggled to produce early, and when he did garner attention it was usually for the wrong reasons.

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