exceptionally
adverb
ex·cep·tion·al·ly
ik-ˈsep-sh(ə-)nə-lē 
: in an exceptional manner : to an exceptional degree
especially
: more than average or usual
an exceptionally difficult task
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For some, the Forest Service acted exceptionally, but others questioned the handling of the situation.
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Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
The texture is exceptionally satisfying—its sticky, almost snail mucin-like feel sinks instantly into skin.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026
Our online business is performing exceptionally well, with record-breaking month-over-month growth.
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Trading volume was exceptionally high at 200 million shares, exceeding 100% above the three-month average.
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Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
The texture is exceptionally satisfying—its sticky, almost snail mucin-like feel sinks instantly into skin.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026
Our online business is performing exceptionally well, with record-breaking month-over-month growth.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
Trading volume was exceptionally high at 200 million shares, exceeding 100% above the three-month average.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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“Exceptionally.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exceptionally. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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