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Definition of "practically" []

  • In a way that is practical. (adverb)
  • For all practical purposes; virtually. (adverb)
  • All but; nearly; almost. (adverb)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "practically" in a sentence
  • "Eight years and billions of dollars later, we learned that the North Koreans were breaking their word practically from day one."
  • "The title practically screams out the conclusion that he appears to be seeking."
  • "The word practically wedged in her throat, and she flushed."
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