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anonymously

American  
[uh-non-uh-muhs-lee] / əˈnɒn ə məs li /

adverb

  1. without giving a name.

    If you wish to write your story from a man's point of view, either using your name or anonymously, I will post it for you.


Etymology

Origin of anonymously

anonymous ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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It was also reported that Parton had anonymously paid for the band uniforms for a number of Tennessee high schools for years.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 26, 2026

Each member state must anonymously assign each candidate one of three labels: "encourage," "discourage," or "no opinion."

From Barron's Aug. 21, 2026

That White House staffers apparently felt comfortable anonymously attacking Holmes in personal terms suggests that the impulse has trickled down too.

From Slate Aug. 18, 2026

When they anonymously denounce their alleged friends, it is in the service of a higher kindness.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 7, 2026

I stumbled onto a website called Glassdoor, where current and former employees could review the company anonymously.

From "Turtles All the Way Down" by John Green

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