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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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
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
In 2010 there were five drivers in the running until the penultimate race, and four mathematically at the last one.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Researchers have spent more than 225 years trying to improve measurements of big G since Isaac Newton first described gravity mathematically.
From Science Daily • May 18, 2026
His father was beautiful and clever, his mother was short and mathematically sure.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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