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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“I have so many memories, I couldn’t tell you,” he said “Now when I drive in, typically in my own car, it’s definitely a different feeling.”
From Los Angeles Times
The last phase of corrections is typically a consolidation in the more crowded areas of the market, which he started to see last week.
From MarketWatch
Today, scientists typically find wrinkle structures in shallow tidal environments where sunlight supports photosynthetic algae.
From Science Daily
As people get older and typically eat fewer calories, their recommended fiber intake decreases accordingly.
From Science Daily
They are also typically performed only twice a year, which means early warning signs of deterioration may go unnoticed between inspections.
From Science Daily
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