as in normally
according to the usual course of things
we usually go out to eat on Fridays
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of usually
Blood pressure medications can sometimes make people feel lightheaded, which is usually less pronounced in younger patients.
—
Mara Gordon, NPR, 17 Mar. 2026
The device detects quick flashes in the atmosphere and is usually used to continuously map lightning strikes, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
The beverage giant’s many products often appear in movies and TV shows, but not usually as the result of a promotional arrangement.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
Tracks of land this size are usually farther away from the D-FW metro area, Thomas said.
—Neal Franklin, Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for usually
Mara Gordon, NPR, 17 Mar. 2026
The device detects quick flashes in the atmosphere and is usually used to continuously map lightning strikes, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
The beverage giant’s many products often appear in movies and TV shows, but not usually as the result of a promotional arrangement.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
Tracks of land this size are usually farther away from the D-FW metro area, Thomas said.
—Neal Franklin, Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for usually
Recent Examples of Synonyms for usually
Adverb
-
Iran has said the strait, through which one-fifth of global oil exports normally pass, is open to all except the United States and its allies.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Mar. 2026
-
Brake gently as needed - Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Mar. 2026
Adverb
-
This reduces long setup times typically required for brain-computer interfaces.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Mar. 2026
-
Fuel costs typically vary by region, with some areas having much lower gas prices than others.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Usually.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/usually. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
