adverb
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in a natural or normal way
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through nature; inherently; instinctively
adverb
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Etymology
Origin of naturally
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English; natural ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )
Vocabulary lists containing naturally
Example Sentences
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Naturally, a gift-shop visit was on the agenda.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
Naturally, the stock market is volatile, and it’s appropriate to keep money in more stable investments, such as savings accounts, if you expect to need it soon.
From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026
Naturally many of the people involved in that story went to prison for various things.
From Slate • May 7, 2026
Naturally, defending against technical players with no true position is a task most teams struggle with.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
Naturally Father had his own addenda for the meeting.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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