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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.

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

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“I think it will shed a lot of light on the sides of her life that she doesn’t normally talk about like motherhood, being a businesswoman and juggling both things,” says Cudi.

From Los Angeles Times

Many companies see a moment to pounce on bigger deals that would normally face prolonged antitrust scrutiny.

From The Wall Street Journal

He says he would normally be "thrilled" to pay staff more, but "the cost increases have got to be sustainable".

From BBC

She said that while the oil company she used had offered her the chance to purchase 350 litres, it still cost £425, which was still a lot for half the amount she normally ordered.

From BBC

The country has been hit by a series of nationwide blackouts, and most hospitals have been unable to operate normally, with severe rationing in place.

From BBC

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