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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Although it is mathematically possible for Steyer and Raman to each claw their way into the top two in each race, the odds are against them.
From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026
The Devil Wears Prada actor added that it's "mathematically insane to imagine we are the only civilisation" and one of the film's key messages "is not to be afraid by what we don't know."
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Election data analyst Paul Mitchell said it would be nearly mathematically impossible for Steyer to close the gap.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 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
That opening is scientifically and mathematically positioned by a factory-trained technician to enhance the TT AB-700’s true high-fidelity sound!”
From "The Watsons Go to Birmingham" by Christopher Paul Curtis
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