usually
- Adverb:
- Under normal conditions; in the way that is typical or most common: "Usually" indicates what happens or is done most of the time, or what is generally the case. It refers to a habitual or regular occurrence.
- "Usually" modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to describe a typical pattern or general rule.
- It is commonly placed before the main verb, but after the verb "to be."
- It is used to express frequency, similar to "generally," "normally," or "typically."
With a main verb: I usually take the bus to work. (This describes my habitual mode of transportation.) She usually drinks coffee in the morning. (This is her regular habit.)
With the verb "to be": He is usually on time. (This describes his typical punctuality.) It is usually cold here in winter. (This describes the general winter condition.)
At the beginning of a sentence for emphasis: Usually, the store opens at nine. (This emphasizes the standard opening time.)
"More usually" or "less usually": These comparative forms indicate a greater or lesser degree of being typical. He arrives early, but more usually he is right on time.That method is less usually employed in modern practice.
In contrast with exceptions: Often used to set up a contrast with a specific, non-typical instance. I usually avoid sweets, but I'll make an exception for your birthday cake.
- Usual (adjective): Habitually or typically occurring or done; customary.
- Unusually (adverb): In a way that is not usual; remarkably.
- Generally: In most cases; usually.
- Normally: Under normal or usual conditions; typically.
- Typically: In most cases; usually.
- As a rule: Usually; normally.
- Ordinarily: Under normal conditions; usually.
- Occasionally: At infrequent or irregular intervals; now and then.
- Rarely: Not often; seldom.
- Seldom: Not often; rarely.
- Never: At no time; not ever.
- As is usual or As usual: In the way that typically happens.
- Business as usual: A situation where everything proceeds normally, especially after a disruption.
- under normal conditions
- usually she was late