1
as in inherently
by natural character or ability
tour guides who are naturally outgoing and can easily approach and converse with strangers
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2
as in usually
according to the usual course of things
we naturally like to be as comfortable as possible
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3
as in sincerely
without any attempt to impress by deception or exaggeration
trying to act naturally in the presence of the famous and admired actor
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Recent Examples of naturally
Bruce Springsteen is performing his first-ever shows in Liverpool, England — the birthplace of the Beatles — this week, so naturally Paul McCartney came out to join the E Street Band for a couple of songs Saturday.
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Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2025
Any grime or bacteria will naturally come off at this point.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 8 June 2025
Dates and dark chocolate Dates are naturally sweet and high in vitamins, nutrients, fiber and magnesium.
—Michiko Tomioka, CNBC, 6 June 2025
And Viral Potential: If a product solves an immediate pain point and is easy to use, satisfied customers naturally want to share it with others, fueling organic growth.
—Raviraj Hegde, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2025
Any grime or bacteria will naturally come off at this point.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 8 June 2025
Dates and dark chocolate Dates are naturally sweet and high in vitamins, nutrients, fiber and magnesium.
—Michiko Tomioka, CNBC, 6 June 2025
And Viral Potential: If a product solves an immediate pain point and is easy to use, satisfied customers naturally want to share it with others, fueling organic growth.
—Raviraj Hegde, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for naturally
Adverb
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But other major retailers like Best Buy and Target usually hold concurrent sales during Prime-exclusive sales events.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
12 June 2025
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While both diets may help manage weight and blood pressure, experts usually recommend the Mediterranean diet over the keto diet.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
12 June 2025
Adverb
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Democrats may sincerely believe curbing gas and coal production is essential to fighting climate change.—
Matt Fleming,
Oc Register,
2 June 2025
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June sincerely forgives her, which comes as a relief to a woman who’s gone through a significant evolution throughout The Handmaid’s Tale.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
27 May 2025
Adverb
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Chubb then said the culture is genuinely better this season.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2025
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For our clients, this means continuity of service, depth of expertise, and a long-term partnership with advisors who are genuinely invested in their success.—
Louis Grassi,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
Adverb
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Full sun Soil type: Well-drained, Sandy to loamy Blueberries Blueberries will begin producing fruit relatively quickly, but the harvest typically isn't abundant.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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Caregiving has typically meant childcare, but the COVID-19 pandemic, an aging population and rising costs have expanded the definition to include siblings, parents, grandparents and even pets.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
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Other law firms, such as Perkins Coie and WilmerHale, have challenged the administration’s orders and petitioned federal courts to bar enforcement of these orders that, in their view, are retaliatory in nature and abridge their right to free speech and engage freely in the practice of law.—
Blake D. Morant,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Stone had to tear that idea apart to even begin to express himself freely but never quite shook anyone’s pining for his art to be more or less in line with what the industry thought Black music sounded like: Motown, jazz, and gospel rolled up in a ball.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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“Naturally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naturally. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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