as in fine
in a satisfactory way
the stock performed respectably, giving us a decent return on our investment
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Recent Examples of respectably
However, until getting shut down by the Pirates, the Rockies had been playing respectably since the All-Star break.
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John Perrotto, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
John Perrotto, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for respectably
Adverb
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Though the album’s genres are superficially diverse—you’ll hear flashes of grunge, trap, and, yes, reggae—its arrangements could work fine as royalty-free background music for content creators.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
3 Oct. 2025
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The league constitution grants Goodell the authority to fine, suspend or even terminate the contract of a coach for conduct detrimental to the league.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Marcus Foligno scored the game-winning short-handed goal on a second-period breakaway and Jesper Wallstedt settled in nicely after allowing two early goals with 26 saves, including nine on the power play.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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The offensive line -- playing with backups Cole Strange and Larry Borom on the right side -- acquitted itself nicely Monday.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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That’s usually workers in high-skill, good-paying industries or top performers in lower-wage sectors.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
29 Sep. 2025
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This could be a catalyst for hundreds of thousands of good-paying jobs right here in America.—
Peter Welch,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Those who instead see a flexible talent pool as a strategic advantage in building a dynamic and flexible company probably will fare better.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
6 Oct. 2025
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At that point, the Cowboys were well on their way to their second win of the season, defeating the New York Jets 37-22.—
Jon Machota,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The stand-ins did alright, handing the Mariners a 3-2 setback for the Dodgers’ 91st win of the season.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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And Reid was a five-star recruit who performed decently as a freshman on one of the deepest rosters in college hoops.—
CJ Moore,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Williams played decently well, but there are plenty of areas that need to improve for the Bears next week.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Others had difficulties getting the seat and water to remain at acceptably warm temperatures.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Respectably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/respectably. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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