by default
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adverb
- As a standard or pre-established option if no alternative is specified.
- As a result of the absence of any opposition or alternative action.
Example Sentences
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I also opted out of letting the robots into my bathroom and bedroom, a choice that Tau provides customers by default.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026
Children's profiles must be private by default with their location, camera and microphone turned off, and it should be easy for minors to block or mute users.
From Barron's ● Sep. 17, 2026
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- the standard way
- unless otherwise specified
- straight from the factory
Possible Antonyms
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- manually
- with conscious effort
- by specific instruction
- custom-configured
