normally

American  

[nawr-muh-lee] / ˈnɔr mə li /

adverb

1. in a normal or regular way.

   The wound is healing normally.

2. according to rule, general custom, etc.; as a rule; ordinarily; usually.

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normally British  

/ ˈnɔːməlɪ /

adverb

1. as a rule; usually; ordinarily

2. in a normal manner

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Etymology

Origin of normally

First recorded in 1590–1600; normal + -ly

Example Sentences

“Just make your scrambled eggs basically the way that you normally do. A little bit before the eggs are totally firm, chuck in a little lemon zest,” Chavez says.

From Salon

Bottom line: When you deposit a large cash amount — in this case, a $150,000 inheritance — the teller verifies your identity, records your explanation of the money’s source, and processes the deposit normally.

From MarketWatch

You don’t normally see that outpouring of love until after somebody passes.

From Los Angeles Times

“It is essential to refer to official sources,” he added, noting that airports in Mexico are now operating normally and that most of the state of Jalisco remains open and functional.

From Los Angeles Times

I don’t even think about what will resonate, I’m just such a natural human being that I sit in the pocket and talk like I normally talk.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• commonly
• ordinarily
• regularly
• typically