as in continuously
in a frequent or repeated manner
He gambles habitually, much to the concern of his family. a jumpy dog that habitually barks at anything that makes a sound
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Recent Examples of habitually
American diplomats have habitually framed Israel as a lone democracy and security partner in the Middle East that shares values and interests with America.
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Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2025
For instance, lying habitually to a partner and expecting to be trusted and confided in.
—Lauren Rothery, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
Likewise, all price segments, with watches priced over 3,000 Swiss francs – considered a key category habitually driving growth – and entry-price models under 200 Swiss francs most affected.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
Combine that with the upcoming trip to Buffalo for a Thursday night showdown against the Bills, a team that has habitually spanked the Dolphins, and an 0-3 start is possible.
—Miami Herald, 14 Sep. 2025
Now habitually slow starts – UCLA has already trailed 20-0 twice and 14-0 once – compounded by chronically poor decision-making.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 13 Sep. 2025
Most of these top firms are largely closed to new investors, and habitually return profits to existing limited partners, in order to stay lean enough to sustain their performance.
—Hank Tucker, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
This is the same president who habitually confuses aggressor and victim in the war between Russia and Ukraine.
—Andreas Kluth, Twin Cities, 11 Sep. 2025
This guy lies, habitually lies.
—NBC news, 17 Aug. 2025
Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2025
For instance, lying habitually to a partner and expecting to be trusted and confided in.
—Lauren Rothery, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
Likewise, all price segments, with watches priced over 3,000 Swiss francs – considered a key category habitually driving growth – and entry-price models under 200 Swiss francs most affected.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
Combine that with the upcoming trip to Buffalo for a Thursday night showdown against the Bills, a team that has habitually spanked the Dolphins, and an 0-3 start is possible.
—Miami Herald, 14 Sep. 2025
Now habitually slow starts – UCLA has already trailed 20-0 twice and 14-0 once – compounded by chronically poor decision-making.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 13 Sep. 2025
Most of these top firms are largely closed to new investors, and habitually return profits to existing limited partners, in order to stay lean enough to sustain their performance.
—Hank Tucker, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
This is the same president who habitually confuses aggressor and victim in the war between Russia and Ukraine.
—Andreas Kluth, Twin Cities, 11 Sep. 2025
This guy lies, habitually lies.
—NBC news, 17 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for habitually
Adverb
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In supply chain management, agents synced to internal and external data sources could continuously forecast demand, allocate stock, determine optimal transport, and more.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Oct. 2025
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The trigger was relatively comfortable—even after 20 minutes of continuously pressing it down—and the tool cut through grass very easily.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Blood is always poised and ready to clot, because the body sees this as a life-saving mechanism.—
Bryant Stamford,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
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Also, their mutual affection didn’t always arrive at the same time for each of them.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
1 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The incident's central command constantly receives progress reports from firefighters on the ground.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Oct. 2025
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Add pepper flakes and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.—
CAROLE KOTKIN,
Miami Herald,
7 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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She has routinely been spotted in the stands supporting her son, along with her husband Brandon.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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India doesn’t have explicitly uniform intellectual property rights like the US, but courts have routinely sided with stars alleging such violations.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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His big, bright smile, infectious energy and eternal positivity created a presence that continually uplifted others.—
Reice Shipley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Oct. 2025
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Keeping your garage, kitchen, closet, dresser drawers, and bathroom neat and free of clutter is all about staying on top of the mess by continually getting rid of items that are no longer serving you or your home.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Arsenal’s flanks were regularly targeted despite Jeglertz admitting the initial game plan was to sear through Arsenal’s middle.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Although Meghan, 44, has regularly appeared on red carpets since stepping back from royal life with Prince Harry, 40, in 2020, a fashion week appearance had remained elusive—until now.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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African tech entrepreneurs are jostling to offer digital financial services to the millions of Africans who live outside the continent and frequently transfer money back home.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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Slow-moving thunderstorms frequently unleash catastrophic downpours over the South Fork burn scar, a region still reeling from two fires that scorched over 15,000 acres and destroyed 1,400 structures.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Horror fans often travel to destinations featured in scary movies or known for spooky legacies.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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In the end, Republicans − as the party in power typically does − argue that Congress shouldn't be using a shutdown as leverage to fight over policy, a position that Democrats − as the party out of power often does − disagree with.—
Todd Spangler,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Habitually.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/habitually. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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