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universally

adverb

Definition of universallynext
as in widely

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Recent Examples of universally As information becomes universally accessible and routine knowledge work becomes increasingly automated, the ability to retrieve facts will matter less than the ability to interpret, synthesize and apply knowledge in context. — Mo Husain, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026 Beneath all the chrome, retro detailing, and Corvette nostalgia is still a Mazda MX-5, one of the most universally loved little roadsters of the modern era. — New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2026 The superstar player is not universally still admired in his home country. — ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026 Meanwhile, Frank Dillane plays Willoughby, Marianne’s love interest, with such commitment that the actor was surprised to learn his character is universally acknowledged to be a scoundrel. — Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2026 And data centers aren't universally loathed – building trade unions want more because of how much skilled labor is needed to build them. — Norah O'Donnell, CBS News, 20 Sep. 2026 His most recent feature, Her Private Hell, premiered at Cannes this May to almost universally dismissive reviews and was recently released to pretty dire box-office returns. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026 Despite what Clark says, he was not universally loved inside ESPN. — Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026 Hardwood and neutral porcelain tile are the most universally appealing choices. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 17 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for universally
  1. widely
  2. globally
  3. broadly
  4. generally
  5. extensively
Adverb
  • First ring, first row of the Koch Theater is widely considered to have the best seats in the house.
    — Fiorella Valdesolo, Curbed, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Researchers have found evidence that ancient humans chewed on betel nuts, a stimulant still widely used today.
    — Devika Rao, TheWeek, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of widely
Adverb
  • As powerful meat corporations expand globally, these consequences threaten even more communities, farmers and natural resources.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Universal’s impressive theatrical year has been bolstered by such blockbusters as The Odyssey, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Michael, which represent three of the five movies this year to have reached $1 billion globally.
    — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of globally
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  • And while the PitchBook offers a broadly bullish outlook for Kalshi, that calculation is based on a reading of the legal tea leaves that some may view as optimistic.
    — Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Futures are flat in early trading on Wednesday amid a broadly positive handover from Asia.
    — Leonie Kidd, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of broadly
Adverb
  • Guest speakers are generally informed and enthusiastic, offering lectures relating to the culture and history of the sailing region.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
  • This is on top of Perez Hilton and plenty of other sites (Gawker included) that would just flat-out insult people, draw nasty things on their pictures, and just generally malign them.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of generally
Adverb
  • King had previously worked on wildland fires in Alaska and extensively alongside the Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, according to a statement from the agency.
    — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Rather than excavating and extensively modifying hundreds of unique Minuteman-era facilities, the Air Force is developing a standardized, modular construction approach for the new silos.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of extensively

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“Universally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/universally. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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