practically
adverb
prac·ti·cal·ly
ˈprak-ti-k(ə-)lē 
Examples of practically in a Sentence
The room's ceiling was so low that we practically had to crawl.
I talk to him practically everyday.
The project is practically complete.
Football is practically a religion in some places.
Practically speaking, Alaska is too far to go for just a few days.
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J.c. Hallman, Oklahoman, 10 Feb. 2026
The talented Czech goalies are practically salivating at the opportunity.
—Jesse Granger, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Assuming Crawford or another starter candidate fills the long-relief role, the rest of the bullpen looks practically set.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 8 Feb. 2026
Tebow practically leaps to his feet to say hello.
—Taylor Antrim, Vogue, 8 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for practically
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“Practically.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/practically. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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practically
adverb
prac·ti·cal·ly
ˈprak-ti-k(ə-)lē
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