of course

phrase

Synonyms of of coursenext
1
: following the ordinary way or procedure
will be done as a matter of course
2
: as might be expected
Of course we will go.

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One moment that got fans talking, of course, was movie night. Matt Minton, Variety, 12 July 2026 Ted Lasso is of course portrayed by Kansas City’s own Jason Sudeikis. The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 12 July 2026 Rents and vacancy rates can vary dramatically depending on the community and its desirability, and, of course, on the size of the apartment. Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026 Thirsty international sports fans gathered for pictures outside different Erewhons, wandered their aisles smiling, and, of course, picked up pricey smoothies. Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for of course

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“Of course.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/of%20course. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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