usually

[yoo-zhoo-uh-lee, yoozh-wuh-lee]

adverb

1. in the manner or way that is most usual; typically; ordinarily.

   We usually have breakfast on the back porch.

usually

/ ˈjuːʒʊəlɪ /

adverb

1. customarily; at most times; in the ordinary course of events

Word History and Origins

Origin of usually¹

First recorded in 1450–1500; late Middle English; usual ( def. ) + -ly

Synonym Study

See often.

Example Sentences

Shark nets have been used in NSW since 1937 and these days are usually installed on 51 beaches from September through to March.

From BBC

For our lyrics, I usually start with a blank slate, not directly from movies, but inspiration can come from anywhere: movies, the news, books.

From Los Angeles Times

He’s usually late to work and early to bed, and he spends his weekends golfing.

From Salon

As he usually does, the vice president traps the press into playing his game by saying something flatly, outrageously untrue.

From Salon

Two-time champion Alonso is also renowned as a Singapore specialist, and usually excels on the Marina Bay street track.

From BBC

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