as in usually
according to the usual course of things
the clusters of idle teens that can commonly be found hanging around any mall
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Recent Examples of commonly
The route connects Montreal to New York City and is commonly used by both business and leisure travelers.
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Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026
Why is that not commonly understood?
—John Blake, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
After the dogs died, Moreno examined their brains and found that Monkey's brain showed fewer microglial cells, which produce inflammation commonly associated with dementia.
—Anderson Cooper, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
Although most commonly known for helping lower cholesterol, phytosterols may inhibit 5-alpha-reductase, the enzyme that converts testosterone into DHT (dihydrotestosterone).
—Mykenna Maniece, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
Made to visibly improve horizontal lines on the neck and loss of definition along the jawline, commonly known as Tech Neck.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
The treatment is commonly used for conditions like rosacea and acne and also helps minimize sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Streets, schools, libraries and other entities are commonly named for Chavez here while murals, statues and other tributes bear his likeness.
—Ryan Carter, Daily News, 18 Mar. 2026
House Bill 5524 would prohibit restaurants and other food service businesses from using polystyrene, commonly known as Styrofoam, for takeout, while also limiting items like utensils, napkins and straws.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026
Why is that not commonly understood?
—John Blake, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
After the dogs died, Moreno examined their brains and found that Monkey's brain showed fewer microglial cells, which produce inflammation commonly associated with dementia.
—Anderson Cooper, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
Although most commonly known for helping lower cholesterol, phytosterols may inhibit 5-alpha-reductase, the enzyme that converts testosterone into DHT (dihydrotestosterone).
—Mykenna Maniece, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
Made to visibly improve horizontal lines on the neck and loss of definition along the jawline, commonly known as Tech Neck.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
The treatment is commonly used for conditions like rosacea and acne and also helps minimize sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Streets, schools, libraries and other entities are commonly named for Chavez here while murals, statues and other tributes bear his likeness.
—Ryan Carter, Daily News, 18 Mar. 2026
House Bill 5524 would prohibit restaurants and other food service businesses from using polystyrene, commonly known as Styrofoam, for takeout, while also limiting items like utensils, napkins and straws.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commonly
Adverb
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There are other reactions, as well, though usually not as offensive.—
Jacobina Martin,
Washington Post,
25 Mar. 2026
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Because in Ireland, the long way usually leads somewhere better.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Brake gently as needed - Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2026
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The closures occurred months earlier than these types of heat protection measures normally go into effect.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
22 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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David’s view The voters most keen to talk with political reporters are, typically, extremely engaged in politics.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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Over the past year, groups of a few hundred migrants have typically dispersed within days without traveling beyond southern Mexico.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Commonly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commonly. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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