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
While many components of Prop 103 have obviously been effective, some have been counterproductive and need reform.
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Steven Bradford, Oc Register, 2 May 2026
Because, obviously, there are different types of accessories for all the different types of grannies out there.
—Dino Bonačić, Glamour, 2 May 2026
Augmented by a wall of stats, that attempt was obviously unsuccessful.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 1 May 2026
At the end of the day, this is a game and obviously the stakes are higher this time of year.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
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Steven Bradford, Oc Register, 2 May 2026
Because, obviously, there are different types of accessories for all the different types of grannies out there.
—Dino Bonačić, Glamour, 2 May 2026
Augmented by a wall of stats, that attempt was obviously unsuccessful.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 1 May 2026
At the end of the day, this is a game and obviously the stakes are higher this time of year.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obviously
Adverb
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But the atmosphere at Grand Casino Arena was full of playoff tension, and it was clearly showcased on the ice.—
Theodore Tollefson,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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Kiana and her emotional support bestie burst The Valley’s aggressive elder millennial energy with an aura clearly curated by TikTok and Instagram.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
7 May 2026
Adverb
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Chloroplasts visibly freckled each cell from end to end.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
4 May 2026
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The Noni Glow Face Oil is Miranda’s favorite, a lightweight yet powerful face oil formulated to help visibly nourish, brighten and smooth dry or dull skin.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 May 2026
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“Obviously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obviously. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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