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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2
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
Stephanie Kozar, Milan Township’s clerk, said in an email to ProPublica that most residents opposed solar projects on agricultural land, and that the initial ordinance passed during the coronavirus pandemic, before officials had adequately informed residents about potential changes.
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Anna Clark, ProPublica, 24 Apr. 2026
If the droplets start to soak into the wood, this is an indication that the current sealant layer is not adequately protecting the wood from water and needs to be resealed.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
Without certain protective mechanisms, potential sources could be deterred from passing on important information to journalists, who would then no longer be able to adequately perform their task as the fourth estate.
—Florian Wintterlin, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
The hens must have access to shelter for nesting at night that’s kept adequately clean and climate-controlled as needed.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2026
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Anna Clark, ProPublica, 24 Apr. 2026
If the droplets start to soak into the wood, this is an indication that the current sealant layer is not adequately protecting the wood from water and needs to be resealed.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
Without certain protective mechanisms, potential sources could be deterred from passing on important information to journalists, who would then no longer be able to adequately perform their task as the fourth estate.
—Florian Wintterlin, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
The hens must have access to shelter for nesting at night that’s kept adequately clean and climate-controlled as needed.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adequately
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Jesus never talked about children or the elderly and wisely remained a bachelor with no kids but did date casually and was apparently very good-looking.—
John Kenney,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2026
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In Greater Baltimore, we’re focused on economic growth attracting investment, supporting small businesses and creating pathways to good-paying jobs.—
Brian Walter,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Apr. 2026
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Edwards cannot say it, but the end of this campaign cannot come soon enough, bringing with it the chance to clear out much of this season’s horribly imbalanced squad and replace it with a new group of players more in his own image.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Behind the table was an orchestra, barely playing loud enough to hear.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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Our lunches were also always served or packed nicely with cloth placemats, napkins, and silverware.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Apr. 2026
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But if things unfold as nicely in 2027 as well as Gang Green’s haul seemed to go this year, then New York should actually be a legitimate playoff contender by 2028 … or so.—
Jim Reineking,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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This suggested the possibility of heating foods sufficiently to kill germs without significantly altering their chemical composition.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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When the San Francisco Chronicle published its investigation, Swalwell’s campaign collapsed within 48 hours, indicating that the evidence was sufficiently substantial to immediately persuade political allies, campaign chairs, and fellow Democrats to withdraw their support.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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Blueprint also was sued in January 2025 by New York’s Workers’ Compensation Board for failing to pay a $22,000 fine related to the company not carrying workers’ compensation insurance.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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The Braves are doing just fine, thank you, with their current roster.—
Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Plane tickets are getting pricier After jumping to $209 a barrel in early April, the global price of jet fuel eased last week to around $179, still well above the roughly $99 at the end of February.—
Mae Anderson,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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At this year's event, held at Pura Padel, Holland participated with other BERO higher-ups in a friendly tournament of padel, a racquet sport that's probably best described as a combination of squash and tennis.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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Rushing has spread his good at-bats out alright.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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Both worked alright as a handoff from one to the other, but felt a little slow.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
6 Apr. 2026
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If some people don’t pay their taxes or register their vehicles correctly, that cost gets pushed onto everyone else.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
29 Apr. 2026
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Part of the issue, Lopez argues, is that judges aren't correctly using someone's criminal history when making a determination on if someone should remain in jail until their trial.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Adequately.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adequately. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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