adverb
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in a natural or normal way
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through nature; inherently; instinctively
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Etymology
Origin of naturally
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English; natural ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )
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However, because Antarctic ice coverage naturally fluctuates considerably from year to year, researchers remain uncertain whether this gradual increase reflected a meaningful long-term change.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026
Many women who require protection naturally fear arrest and do not trust officers to investigate violence.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
“My work is naturally in conversation,” he explained.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2026
These instruments detect microwave energy naturally emitted by Earth's surface, allowing researchers to distinguish frozen seawater from the surrounding open ocean.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2026
When we are Upstairs, or out and about, we naturally wear nothing but our fur.
From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck
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