normally

American  

[nawr-muh-lee] / ˈnɔr mə li /

adverb

1. in a normal or regular way.

   The wound is healing normally.

2. according to rule, general custom, etc.; as a rule; ordinarily; usually.

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normally British  

/ ˈnɔːməlɪ /

adverb

1. as a rule; usually; ordinarily

2. in a normal manner

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Etymology

Origin of normally

First recorded in 1590–1600; normal + -ly

Example Sentences

The shutdown made it impossible for Labor Department workers to collect some of the data they normally would have to compile the report.

From The Wall Street Journal

“From what we are seeing traders are looking to close out open positions this week before the lower liquidity that normally comes with the days before and between the holidays.”

From The Wall Street Journal

"We normally have a fry-up for breakfast but, when you guys are here, we need to make an effort," he jokes.

From BBC

These findings indicate that changes in MRAP2 can interfere with the hormone system that normally helps maintain energy balance.

From Science Daily

U.S. sanctions normally deter aboveboard oil traders, but a black market flourished.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• commonly
• ordinarily
• regularly
• typically