as in apparently
to all outward appearances
she's supposedly too sick to come—or so she says
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Recent Examples of supposedly
Another supposedly shows the same group of people, minus Nair, in what appears to be a tropical setting.
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CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
The movie’s point is that there’s nothing scarier than reality, and any supposedly happy alternative that technology can provide is not real.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 5 Feb. 2026
The best player supposedly on the NBA trade market did not join superstar forces with Steph Curry, or with Anthony Edwards, or with Kevin Durant.
—Mike Finger, San Antonio Express-News, 5 Feb. 2026
Five of the six schools have now changed coaches in the last three years, something unusual for a league that supposedly seeks to produce winning programs.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
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CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
The movie’s point is that there’s nothing scarier than reality, and any supposedly happy alternative that technology can provide is not real.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 5 Feb. 2026
The best player supposedly on the NBA trade market did not join superstar forces with Steph Curry, or with Anthony Edwards, or with Kevin Durant.
—Mike Finger, San Antonio Express-News, 5 Feb. 2026
Five of the six schools have now changed coaches in the last three years, something unusual for a league that supposedly seeks to produce winning programs.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supposedly
Adverb
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And yes, apparently that was a real wedding that happened during the halftime show, according to Variety.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Panarin has a no-move clause, and apparently was quite willing to use it as leverage to control his destination.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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In her ruling Monday, Snyder blocked only the ban on masking by federal agents, and on seemingly narrow grounds.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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The 38-year-old Pittsburgh Penguins captain has always handled pressure with a seemingly innate knowing and calm.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Although the collection was ostensibly fall, the brand follows a non-seasonal approach with most garments light enough to be worn in cool temperatures or as layering pieces in the cold.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
6 Feb. 2026
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For years, the consensus in this country has been that a mother’s job is, ostensibly, to protect her children at all costs.—
Ej Dickson,
Rolling Stone,
6 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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The revelation is evidently taking its toll on Musk, who began a desperate campaign to clear his name on social media.—
Joe Wilkins Published Feb 5,
Futurism,
5 Feb. 2026
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The loan route was there and, evidently, a means to finding the money down the line was there too.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Lastly, the letter writer presumably does not understand the concept that all immigrants have a right to file a claim of asylum.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Feb. 2026
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The kit includes a 1-ounce tin of premium Baerii Sturgeon caviar from Paramount Caviar, a $25 McDonald's gift card (presumably for the nuggets), crème fraîche and a Mother of Pearl caviar spoon to complete the experience.—
Eddie Fontanez,
AZCentral.com,
9 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Some are strong sellers that are being made available at sizeable discounts, while others are older medications, have inexpensive generic alternatives or are being offered at prices that are probably comparable to what drugmakers receive from insurers.—
Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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Most are passionate about food and/or art, probably the two leading draws for anyone visiting San Miguel.—
Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Supposedly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supposedly. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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