as in extremely
to a great or unusual degree
She was an exceptionally talented dancer.
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Recent Examples of exceptionally
The Giants could be exceptionally young in the specialists’ roles with Mann, another undrafted rookie, edging veteran Zach Triner for the long snapper job.
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Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
Some nights at the restaurant are exceptionally lively — ask Gary about the wine stain on one of the walls — while others are routine.
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Jenna Thompson
june 16,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
Adding ricotta and whipped egg white to the batter creates pancakes that are exceptionally light and tender.
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Carole Kotkin,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
Universities like Harvard are exceptionally good at teaching students how to analyze the world.
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Marc Adelman,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for exceptionally
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
Some nights at the restaurant are exceptionally lively — ask Gary about the wine stain on one of the walls — while others are routine.
—
Jenna Thompson
june 16,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
Adding ricotta and whipped egg white to the batter creates pancakes that are exceptionally light and tender.
—
Carole Kotkin,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
Universities like Harvard are exceptionally good at teaching students how to analyze the world.
—
Marc Adelman,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for exceptionally
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exceptionally
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Now, multiple residents are left worried about what's to come next week with extremely hot temperatures in the forecast.
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Despite being the fourth largest economy in the world — the home of Hollywood and Silicon Valley — California’s budget is extremely dependent on the state’s most prosperous residents.
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This butter-yellow tunic feels cheerful, airy, and incredibly chic for summer.
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The producers are amazing, the writers are amazing, the director's amazing and Netflix has been nothing but incredibly supportive.
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There’s a certain pressure on the movie to deliver in both terms of content and box office numbers as well, one that Kiyoko feels immensely.
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The expert therapists are immensely knowledgeable and friendly.
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The high-profile races for governor and Congress are consuming almost all of Florida’s political oxygen, but Broward and Palm Beach counties are battlegrounds for some intensely competitive primary and general election contests for the state Senate and state House of Representatives.
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Research on decision making shows that people tend to feel potential losses more intensely than equivalent gains.
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“Exceptionally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exceptionally. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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