naturally
adverb
nat·u·ral·ly
ˈna-chər-ə-lē 
ˈnach-rə-,
ˈna-chər-
2
: according to the usual course of things : as might be expected
we naturally dislike being hurt
3
a
: without artificial aid
hair that curls naturally
b
: without affectation
speak naturally
4
: with truth to nature : realistically
Synonyms
Examples of naturally in a Sentence
He's naturally able to make people feel comfortable.
Cats are said to be naturally curious.
Recent Examples on the Web
This means that the oils in the cleansing oil are naturally attracted to the oils and impurities on the skin, facilitating the breakdown of makeup, sunscreen, dirt, and excess sebum without stripping the skin of its natural oils.
—
Iman Balagam, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2024
In my opinion, a focus on enduring style and quality aligns quite naturally with a watch purchase.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2024
On the other hand, Charly was disappointed that his mystery ingredient, chocolate, paired too naturally with cherries.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2024
Where other actors articulated their roles or consciously tried to feel their way into them, Brando was naturally intuitive, guided by nothing but the search for what felt right in that precise moment.
—Ty Burr, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2024
Avian flu is caused by infection with avian influenza Type A viruses, which naturally spread among wild aquatic birds and can infect domestic poultry and other bird and animal species.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 3 Apr. 2024
Troy woman struck by breast cancer finds surrogacy as a path to motherhood
Stephanie Jones had her first child naturally.
—Arpan Lobo, Detroit Free Press, 1 Apr. 2024
Ceramides are a type of lipid, or fatty molecules found naturally in the skin.
—Lisa Desantis, Health, 22 Mar. 2024
Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is a water-soluble vitamin found naturally in foods such as dark leafy greens, beans, nuts, and peas.
—Lainey Younkin, Ms, Rd, Verywell Health, 22 Mar. 2024
Iman Balagam, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2024
In my opinion, a focus on enduring style and quality aligns quite naturally with a watch purchase.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2024
On the other hand, Charly was disappointed that his mystery ingredient, chocolate, paired too naturally with cherries.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2024
Where other actors articulated their roles or consciously tried to feel their way into them, Brando was naturally intuitive, guided by nothing but the search for what felt right in that precise moment.
—Ty Burr, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2024
Avian flu is caused by infection with avian influenza Type A viruses, which naturally spread among wild aquatic birds and can infect domestic poultry and other bird and animal species.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 3 Apr. 2024
Troy woman struck by breast cancer finds surrogacy as a path to motherhood
Stephanie Jones had her first child naturally.
—Arpan Lobo, Detroit Free Press, 1 Apr. 2024
Ceramides are a type of lipid, or fatty molecules found naturally in the skin.
—Lisa Desantis, Health, 22 Mar. 2024
Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is a water-soluble vitamin found naturally in foods such as dark leafy greens, beans, nuts, and peas.
—Lainey Younkin, Ms, Rd, Verywell Health, 22 Mar. 2024
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naturally
adverb
nat·u·ral·ly
ˈnach-(ə-)rə-lē
ˈnach-ər-lē
1
: by natural character or ability
naturally affectionate
2
: according to the usual course of things
we naturally wanted to go to the big game
3
a
: without artificial aid
hair that curls naturally
b
: in a simple and sincere manner
speak naturally
4
: in a lifelike manner
paints flowers naturally
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