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anonymously

American

[uh-non-uh-muhs-lee] / əˈnɒn ə məs li /

adverb

without giving a name.

If you wish to write your story from a man's point of view, either using your name or anonymously, I will post it for you.

Etymology

Origin of anonymously

anonymous ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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The complaint, filed by the Manhattan U.S. attorney’s office, is the second insider-trading case that authorities have brought over trades on Polymarket, a popular betting platform that allows users to trade anonymously.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The sources comment anonymously because they were not authorized to speak publicly about the case.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Another resident, also speaking anonymously, claimed a drone had been put up as part of a "skilled operation" by those behind the work to catch people spying.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Four people who are familiar with the negotiations, speaking anonymously to the New York Times, confirmed that the proposal is real.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

Friedrick remains mystified as to why no one seems to recognize her as she walks anonymously amongst the crowd.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

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