basically
adverb
ba·si·cal·ly
ˈbā-si-k(ə-)lē 
also -zi-
Examples of basically in a Sentence
your answer is basically correct
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As a result, Montealegre recently took on a big new role as people experience lead — basically, director of human resources — for all 18 locations.
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Ryan Stowers, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
And that basically was the demise of our relationship.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 31 July 2025
Golden can be the Packers’ top wideout immediately, and if so, 100-110 targets can provide 60+ receptions, 1,000+ yards and 5+ touchdowns — basically Calvin Ridley’s 2024 season at a WR5 price.
—Jake Ciely, New York Times, 31 July 2025
Each cotton textile is one-of-a-kind, which basically means each shopper will get an exclusive bedding set unlike any other in the store.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2025
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Ryan Stowers, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
And that basically was the demise of our relationship.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 31 July 2025
Golden can be the Packers’ top wideout immediately, and if so, 100-110 targets can provide 60+ receptions, 1,000+ yards and 5+ touchdowns — basically Calvin Ridley’s 2024 season at a WR5 price.
—Jake Ciely, New York Times, 31 July 2025
Each cotton textile is one-of-a-kind, which basically means each shopper will get an exclusive bedding set unlike any other in the store.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2025
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“Basically.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/basically. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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