typically
Americanadverb
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in a way that serves as or conforms to a type.
The study examines the eating patterns of both typically developing children and those who have intellectual or developmental delays.
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commonly or characteristically.
A Florida thunderstorm typically works like this: lightning and thunder, torrential rain, gusty winds, and then it’s all over in about 5 to 10 minutes.
Other Word Forms
- nontypically adverb
- quasi-typically adverb
- untypically adverb
Etymology
Origin of typically
Example Sentences
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Iran still has control over ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz—through which 20% of the world oil typically flows—and damaged oil infrastructure in the Middle East could take years to rebuild.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Used to mark the changing seasons, the names typically relate to significant events in nature and agriculture.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
Tesla’s stock typically sees 5% volatility after delivery reports, with investors currently prioritizing AI over EV sales.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
Analysts working for brokerage and research firms typically set 12-month price targets for stocks.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
A song arrangement typically means adding voices such as making a choral arrangement or adding instruments to the melody such as a piano accompaniment or Orff accompaniment.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
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