obviously
Britishadverb
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in a way that is easy to see or understand; evidently
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without subtlety
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(sentence modifier) it is obvious that; clearly
obviously not everyone wants a bank account
Example Sentences
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“Both programs obviously hold themselves to very high standards,” Close said then.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
It obviously has a formidable track record of upending consumer categories.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
"You thought if for some reason Larry wasn't able possibly to continue, you do wonder would they have had the same appetite they obviously have at the moment."
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
We also pushed a new criterion for things that were very obviously A.I., like those tells I mentioned earlier.
From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026
Dimly, Jonathan was aware that his blood pressure was being taken, that his arms and legs were being checked by someone obviously trained in medical procedures.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
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