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typically

adverb
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Definition of typically

1 : on a typical occasion : in typical circumstances typically, members of our staff receive little … recognition— Brendan Gill
2 : in a typical manner typically American

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Examples of typically in a Sentence

prairie dogs typically live in open spaces

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The impact on the Red Sox season has been considerable , and magnified by the fact that Cora typically uses his best relievers in an effort to secure those games. Alex Speier, BostonGlobe.com, "It’s not the blown saves dragging down Red Sox, it’s this.," 1 Sep. 2019 While there is some variation among breeds, a dog is typically considered a senior at 8 years old. Texas A&m University, Houston Chronicle, "Pet Talk: The signs of an aging dog," 1 Sep. 2019 West Nile Virus also causes brain inflammation and is typically more prevalent than EEE, though EEE has a higher mortality rate. Leah Asmelash, CNN, "Potentially deadly mosquitoes found in New Jersey," 31 Aug. 2019 Get our daily newsletter Recessions are synchronised declines in economic activity; weak demand typically shows up in nearly every sector in an economy. The Economist, "Parts of America may already be facing recession," 31 Aug. 2019 This plan is typically much more expensive than a traditional homeowner's policy and offers bare-bones coverage that doesn't normally include theft, wind, water or earthquake damage, Bach said. Ed Leefeldt, CBS News, "After wildfires, hundreds of thousands of Californians can't get insurance," 30 Aug. 2019 Nichter and his traveling team of doctors, nurses and coordinators volunteer their time and pay for the 10-day trips to perform free corrective surgeries on people who typically can’t afford such treatments. Priscella Vega, Daily Pilot, "After 100 medical trips abroad, Huntington Beach plastic surgeon still strives to be a ‘catalyst for change’," 30 Aug. 2019 They are typically operated by one person or family and friends. courant.com, "Community News For The South Windsor Edition," 30 Aug. 2019 Tuesday’s practice concluded with Corpse Pose, a form of meditation typically performed at the end of a yoga session. Megan Woodward, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, "Girls Soccer: Liberty channels a ‘nice, calm presence’ with yoga at practice," 30 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of typically

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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typically

adverb

English Language Learners Definition of typically

: generally or normally
: in the usual way

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