democratically
Americanadverb
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in a way that is democratic, equitable, or free.
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in a way that follows the principles of democracy.
Example Sentences
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From this perspective, proposed cuts or new oversight mechanisms are defended as fiscally responsible or democratically accountable, even if critics see them as hostile to scientific autonomy.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
"We democratically elected a mayor who is Muslim -- and that's New York. We have different cultures, and we have to celebrate those cultures."
From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026
The patch of bus-stop snow that’s turned the color of weak coffee, shared democratically with a pack of teenage boys wearing basketball shorts under their puffer coats.
From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026
Its supporters portray it as a technocratic, “content neutral” measure to ensure democratically enacted EU member states’ laws are applied justly.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026
The conference was attended by 2,244 voting delegates who were democratically elected at ANC branches at home and abroad.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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