crucially

adverb

cru·​cial·​ly ˈkrü-sh(ə-)lē How to pronounce crucially (audio)
1
: in a crucial manner
2
: very importantly

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This time, Russell’s cello would be accompanied by organ, tenor saxophone, trombone, guitar, and, crucially and unusually, a drummer and two percussionists. Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 27 June 2026 But winning matches isn’t out of the realm of possibility, especially for someone who has Williams’ talent and, crucially, her aura. Ava Wallace, New York Times, 27 June 2026 This means that much of the Gulf states’ maritime trade – and crucially their energy exports – could be conducted with Iranian oversight. Nic Robertson, CNN Money, 24 June 2026 Design and photography nerds will appreciate the book’s beautiful layout, fun use of color, and stunning images; but this is, crucially, not the kind of book made just to look at. Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for crucially

Word History

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of crucially was in 1879

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“Crucially.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crucially. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.

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