predictably
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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The title parade around the city was predictably joyous, with red plumes of smoke engulfing the famous Liver Birds at the Pier Head.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
The Fourth Amendment exists largely because governments predictably exploit opportunities to search broadly whenever those searches become easy.
From Slate • May 20, 2026
“The war is, quite predictably, returning to its ‘home port.’”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
Still, at least the status quo was maintained, and the White House predictably called the meeting a success.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
The meal began with everyone saying what they were thankful for, and predictably, everyone said they were thankful that I had joined the family.
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
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