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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Adverb
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This is sufficient for keeping the puppies and dogs out, usually.—
Chris McKeown,
The Enquirer,
9 Aug. 2025 -
Even though wines are usually packaged in glass bottles, the use of a cork instead of a cap likely explains why the amount of microplastic contamination was so much lower.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
9 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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The procedure typically takes under an hour, with comfort managed through correct energy delivery and, if needed, numbing cream or over-the-counter pain relief.—
Carol RH Malasig,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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Since the war began, Zelensky has become known for his military-style shirts, typically in army green or black, and cargo pants.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Commonly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commonly. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.
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