mathematically
Americanadverb
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using mathematics or mathematical principles.
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according to mathematics or from a mathematical perspective.
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in a precise and accurate way.
Example Sentences
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Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo score two goals apiece as the Netherlands cruise past Sweden 5-1 to all but mathematically guarantee a place in the last 32 of the World Cup.
From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026
Those U.S. games will make for compelling theater, but the Yanks’ chances of winning the tournament are mathematically indistinguishable from zero.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
I demonstrate mathematically that with an otherwise level playing field, when one group is larger, its members systematically enjoy more connections—along with the opportunities that flow through them.
From Slate • May 22, 2026
Only after City drew on the road at Bournemouth on Tuesday night could Arsenal be mathematically certain that it was safe.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
These relationships, and all the others based on mathematically straightforward ratios, are pure and perfect’.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
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