typically
adverb
typ·i·cal·ly
ˈti-pi-k(ə-)lē 
1
: on a typical occasion : in typical circumstances
typically, members of our staff receive little … recognition—
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: in a typical manner
typically American
Examples of typically in a Sentence
prairie dogs typically live in open spaces
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Referees could enforce wearing pants but typically don’t, since there doesn’t seem to be pressure from coaches or the NCAA to do so.
—Alex Valdes, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Yes, essential workers who continue their duties during funding lapses typically receive back pay once the government reopens.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Robertson interacts frequently with a typically terse Robert DeNiro during the making of Raging Bull.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 2 Nov. 2025
The local literary landmark in Fairway established its national reputation largely through its author appearances, typically with Jennings interviewing a famous visitor in front of a packed audience.
—Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
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Alex Valdes, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Yes, essential workers who continue their duties during funding lapses typically receive back pay once the government reopens.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Robertson interacts frequently with a typically terse Robert DeNiro during the making of Raging Bull.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 2 Nov. 2025
The local literary landmark in Fairway established its national reputation largely through its author appearances, typically with Jennings interviewing a famous visitor in front of a packed audience.
—Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for typically
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“Typically.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/typically. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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