1
as in good
in a satisfactory way
we weren't completely bowled over by the performance, but the band certainly played more than adequately
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as in enough
in or to a degree or quantity that meets one's requirements or satisfaction
adequately provided with candles and freshwater in case of a power outage
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Recent Examples of adequately
Cooper also said the policy was change because deputies weren’t adequately trained to help someone in a mental health crisis.
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Marcus D. Smith, Sacbee.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Are schools adequately informing students of their rights — particularly their right to remain silent?
—Rebecca Ragan, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2025
However, the disciplinary action has sparked criticism, with many questioning whether a 24-hour suspension adequately addresses the excessive force used against McAlpin.
—Essence, 28 Mar. 2025
Over the past year, our company failed to adequately respond to the rapidly evolving AI semiconductor market.
—Adeola Adeosun, Newsweek, 25 Mar. 2025
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Marcus D. Smith, Sacbee.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Are schools adequately informing students of their rights — particularly their right to remain silent?
—Rebecca Ragan, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2025
However, the disciplinary action has sparked criticism, with many questioning whether a 24-hour suspension adequately addresses the excessive force used against McAlpin.
—Essence, 28 Mar. 2025
Over the past year, our company failed to adequately respond to the rapidly evolving AI semiconductor market.
—Adeola Adeosun, Newsweek, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adequately
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Ours is set in a modern world while subverting the audiences expectations given the character has personified good since its inception.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 May 2024
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Ethics and dangers are obvious concerns, but it shouldn’t be overlooked that AI has the potential to do profound good beyond pithy conversation with some chatbot.—
Steven Aquino,
Forbes,
13 Nov. 2023
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The sleek all-black upper, paired with black rubber pods on the outsole, embodies the sultry and timeless appeal of a black shoe versatile enough to be worn anywhere.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Key to My Heart Embossed Manhattan Mini Tote $248 $148 at Amazon This adorable mini tote is just big enough to fit your phone, a slim wallet, and a few small essentials like your go-to lipstick or favorite sunglasses.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Mar. 2025
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Every patron, from fisherman to tourists, gets along just fine.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
29 Mar. 2025
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Everything was going fine until my friend, Sarah (28F), showed up with her 7-month-old baby.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Mar. 2025
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The news arrives just last year after the Academy’s historic announcement of a best casting category, which will be awarded for the first time at the 98th ceremony in 2026.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, inflation cooled in March, putting price increases well below a peak attained in 2022, fresh data on Thursday showed.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Adequately.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adequately. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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