naturally
adverb
nat·u·ral·ly
ˈna-chər-ə-lē 
ˈnach-rə-,
ˈna-chər-
2
: according to the usual course of things : as might be expected
we naturally dislike being hurt
3
a
: without artificial aid
hair that curls naturally
b
: without affectation
speak naturally
4
: with truth to nature : realistically
Examples of naturally in a Sentence
He's naturally able to make people feel comfortable.
Cats are said to be naturally curious.
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Dana Taylor, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Sharma noted that washing grapes damages their bloom, a powdery coating that forms naturally on some fruits, thereby increasing the likelihood of moisture loss and the entry of contaminants.
—Alma Avalle, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Feb. 2026
Simmons, naturally, did not reciprocate, saying in an interview around the time that hip-hop acts such as PE don’t belong in the Hall.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 13 Feb. 2026
Generally, the idea is to allow people to build more small — and naturally less expensive — houses, Toews told the Statesman.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 13 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for naturally
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“Naturally.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naturally. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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naturally
adverb
nat·u·ral·ly
ˈnach-(ə-)rə-lē
ˈnach-ər-lē
1
: by natural character or ability
naturally affectionate
2
: according to the usual course of things
we naturally wanted to go to the big game
3
a
: without artificial aid
hair that curls naturally
b
: in a simple and sincere manner
speak naturally
4
: in a lifelike manner
paints flowers naturally
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