typically

adverb

typ·i·cal·ly ˈti-pi-k(ə-)lē

Synonyms of typically

: on a typical occasion : in typical circumstances

Typically, members of our staff receive little … recognition …—Brendan Gill

: in a typical manner

typically American

Examples of typically in a Sentence

prairie dogs typically live in open spaces

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The region typically receives a significant share of its rainfall during this time of year, Weiss said. — Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026 Public opinion in Israel on overseas voting is split, though polls typically focus on whether expats should be allowed to cast ballots from abroad rather than retain their eligibility to vote if their center of life is elsewhere. — Natasha Mozgovaya, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026 As the Times report noted, the Met Gala, an extravagant event held in tandem with the Costume Institute’s spring show, is typically held on the first Monday in May. — Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 31 Aug. 2026 At first glance Cornell’s reelection margin may look comfortable, but votes like these typically show approval levels of 90% or higher. — Tejal Patel, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for typically

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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