as in extremely
to a great or unusual degree
She was an exceptionally talented dancer.
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Recent Examples of exceptionally
While Harry and Kate were exceptionally close, Andersen wondered whether Meghan’s outlook on loyalty to the crown as a newcomer complicated that dynamic.
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Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2026
The demand across the board, from the day sales to the very top of the market, performed exceptionally well.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 27 May 2026
The insoles are exceptionally cushy, thanks to their foam construction that feels like walking on a cloud, and the straps are lined with a soft fabric that won’t chafe or irritate your feet.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
And a sign of exceptionally strong word-of-mouth.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 24 May 2026
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Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2026
The demand across the board, from the day sales to the very top of the market, performed exceptionally well.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 27 May 2026
The insoles are exceptionally cushy, thanks to their foam construction that feels like walking on a cloud, and the straps are lined with a soft fabric that won’t chafe or irritate your feet.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
And a sign of exceptionally strong word-of-mouth.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 24 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exceptionally
Adverb
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Canfield, as proven by her work in Stereophonic, is extremely able at playing a character with a pristine, almost porcelain surface and roiling depths.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
5 June 2026
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This has been extremely traumatic for both of us, especially Ashley.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2026
Adverb
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Leda opened her mouth and left it open, an incredibly affecting gesture.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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This is a Ritz-Carlton—incredibly refined, but always approachable.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Adverb
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Leo either would have been in complete denial that such equipment existed, or immensely pleased that boats no longer had to be crashed onto the beach.—
Joe Soucheray,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
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Pratt’s campaign for mayor has grown immensely over the past few weeks.—
Britta Miller,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2026
Adverb
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But whoever does sign on will be intensely scrutinized while the Nielsen numbers are closely watched.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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However, researchers are increasingly exploring whether chronic stress, poor sleep, social isolation, and other lifestyle factors influence how intensely symptoms are experienced.—
Meggen Harris,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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“Exceptionally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exceptionally. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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