Definition of duly
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Examples of duly in a Sentence
They were duly impressed by her speech.
The objections were duly noted.
The singer duly appeared back on stage for an encore.
14th Century
First Known Use of duly
14th century
DULY Defined for English Language Learners
duly
playDefinition of duly for English Language Learners
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: in the proper or expected way
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: at the correct or expected time
DULY Defined for Kids
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: in a due or appropriate manner, time, or degree Preparations were duly made.
Law Dictionary
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: in a due manner or time failed to duly deliver
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