duly

adverb

ˈdü-lē How to pronounce duly (audio)
Definition of dulynext
as in properly
in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose the perpetrators of this outrageous crime will be duly punished

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Recent Examples of duly Iranian state television duly presented the agreement as proof that Iran had compelled America to accept its conditions, which helps explain the alarm in Israel and among Washington's hawks. — Hamidreza Azizi, Time, 19 June 2026 The Tartan Army duly took a victory lap with kilts and bagpipes. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026 Home Assistant proclaimed 2023 to be the Year of the Voice and duly launched a prototype Voice Assistant. — New Atlas, 14 June 2026 The show was a massive hit, and a lawsuit duly followed. — Damon Wise, Deadline, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for duly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for duly
  1. properly
  2. correctly
  3. appropriately
  4. happily
Adverb
  • Research shows that almost two-thirds (64%) of patients using sharps at home have never been taught how to dispose of them properly.
    — Irina Butler, Boston Herald, 10 July 2026
  • The Smithville native suffered a fracture in May that, if not handled properly, could have changed his life forever.
    — Latif Love July 9, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026
Definition of properly
Adverb
  • Buda Mendes / Getty Images FIFA’s Collina said VAR had correctly recommended overturning Zico’s goal after identifying a foul by Marwan Attia on Argentina defender Lisandro Martínez during the attacking possession phase.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 9 July 2026
  • One rotisserie chicken, if deboned correctly, should render 3 1/2 to 4 cups of meat.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 July 2026
Definition of correctly
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  • This sci-fi extravaganza was the perfect summertime escape that was appropriately launched over the festive Fourth of July week.
    — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 3 July 2026
  • Before adopting and offering access to AI agents, organizations need to learn which can withstand today’s adaptive attacks by ensuring data, assets and privacy are appropriately secure.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of appropriately
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  • One of their favorites is driving to one of Oregon’s scenic viewpoints, Pilot Butte, to watch the sunset, where Middaugh often brings her professional camera, while Ward happily snaps photos on his iPhone.
    — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
  • Youngsters romped through the crowd, happily indulging in eggthrowing or dunking-machine antics or trying to climb to the pinnacle of a greased pole, where a $20 bill waited.
    — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 July 2026
Definition of happily

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“Duly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duly. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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