as in eventually
at a later time
we'll ultimately renovate this section of the house, but for now it will stay as it is
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Recent Examples of ultimately
This meant that watching your ship blast across the screen — as well as the aliens appearing at random intervals — hit harder for players, ramping up the tension and, ultimately, the fun.
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Daryl Baxter, Space.com, 4 Apr. 2026
The jury hearing Konig’s case must ultimately decide how much weight to give to the conflicting testimonies, which are at the heart of the trial.
—Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026
Suarez ultimately grounded out on a 3-2 pitch.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 4 Apr. 2026
There were no apologies Friday night, but Auriemma explained why he was frustrated before ultimately following up with an apology on Saturday.
—ABC News, 4 Apr. 2026
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Daryl Baxter, Space.com, 4 Apr. 2026
The jury hearing Konig’s case must ultimately decide how much weight to give to the conflicting testimonies, which are at the heart of the trial.
—Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026
Suarez ultimately grounded out on a 3-2 pitch.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 4 Apr. 2026
There were no apologies Friday night, but Auriemma explained why he was frustrated before ultimately following up with an apology on Saturday.
—ABC News, 4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultimately
Adverb
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Perry's representative confirmed to USA TODAY on Tuesday that the workers were eventually allowed to hold onto the gift cards after confusion was cleared up.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Geno Smith, who eventually became the starting QB in Seattle, also fit the mold of journeyman passer.—
Mike Kaye
April 1,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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When the clock finally ran out, Auriemma walked straight to the tunnel and didn’t shake hands.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Immediately after Heckel’s make, Quinonez nailed a 3-pointer of her own, and Fudd finally got one of her signature deep shots to drop after starting 0-for-4.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Don Lemon sees no reason he can’t someday be elected to serve as the President of the United States.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
4 Apr. 2026
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For game preservation purposes, Defender deserves to return someday in a new collection.—
Daryl Baxter,
Space.com,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Ultimately.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultimately. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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