as in clearly
in a way that is easily noticed by an outside observer
From the look on his face, he was obviously thrilled with the news.
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Recent Examples of obviously
By their words, the mayor and Herbst have obviously lost all faith in Williams.
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2026
Now obviously there's a hydraulic lift under that.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
This is, obviously, easier said than done.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Susan Collins is obviously in a competitive race.
—NBC news, 3 May 2026
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2026
Now obviously there's a hydraulic lift under that.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
This is, obviously, easier said than done.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Susan Collins is obviously in a competitive race.
—NBC news, 3 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for obviously
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obviously
Adverb
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Republicans clearly have more easy opportunities to draw friendly districts going forward.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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The strongest bond is the one that knows how to meet you clearly.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
Adverb
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For Al Shaikh, the moment symbolized a shift toward true representation, where women are not only present but visibly acknowledged.—
FMG Studios,
Footwear News,
10 May 2026
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The Sun’s inexperience was at the root of its disastrous first-quarter showing, its young players visibly out of sorts against a New York roster stacked with perennial All-Stars and WNBA champions.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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“Obviously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obviously. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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