normally
Americanadverb
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in a normal or regular way.
The wound is healing normally.
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according to rule, general custom, etc.; as a rule; ordinarily; usually.
adverb
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as a rule; usually; ordinarily
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in a normal manner
Etymology
Origin of normally
Example Sentences
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This process normally removes apoptotic cells, but when it is impaired, dead cellular material can accumulate and continue triggering inflammatory signals.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 10, 2026
Even normally dry areas near the coast could see dangerous surges.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 10, 2026
Brighton's pressure meant Arsenal hesitated on the ball, forcing them to make decisions they normally wouldn't.
From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026
County officials said voters weren’t questioned and polling places ran normally despite the brief ICE presence nearby.
From Salon ● Oct. 8, 2026
It’s like the time Skye put socks on her Australian shepherd and the poor dog forgot how to walk normally.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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