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directionally

American  
[di-rek-shuhn-uh-lee, dahy-rek-shuhn-uh-lee] / dɪˈrɛk ʃən ə li, daɪˈrɛk ʃən ə li /

adverb

  1. in a way that relates to direction.

  2. with regard to finding one's way or following directions to a place.


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The boosters are directionally right about where this is all heading.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 7, 2026

While directionally positive, these deals are hardly a silver bullet for faster exports growth and won't substitute for deeper trade reform, say experts.

From BBC ● Feb. 17, 2026

The second is the Treasury issuing bills to fund a buyback of longer issues, which is directionally similar to the Fed’s Operation Twist in 2011 and 2012.

From Barron's ● Jan. 16, 2026

It’s worth remembering, too, that the investors in the dot-com bubble were directionally correct.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 31, 2025

“Judges, please join me here at the podium as I call out your names. First up: Mrs. Kate Sullivan. Kindergarten teacher. She is joined today by her directionally challenged students, Abby and Victor.”

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein

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