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Definition of typically adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

typically

adverb
 
/ˈtɪpɪkli/
 
/ˈtɪpɪkli/
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  1. used to say that something usually happens in the way that you are stating
    • The standard chips are typically used for databases and other business software.
    • Generating solar power has typically involved higher capital costs.
    • The Bengal tiger is typically found in the forests of Central and Southern India.
    • The factory typically produces 500 chairs a week.
    • A typically priced meal will be around $10.
    • Typically, the contracts were for five years.
    • Pears are available year-round, but they are typically associated with autumn.
    • It typically takes several years of losses before you see any profits.
  2. in a way that shows the usual qualities or features of a particular type of person, thing or group
    • typically American hospitality
    • Mothers typically worry about their children.
    • typically male behaviour
  3. in the way that you expect somebody/something to behave
    • Typically, she couldn't find her keys.
    • He was typically modest about his achievements.
    • He mounted a typically robust defence of his own role in the matter.
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