typically

adverb

typ·​i·​cal·​ly ˈti-pi-k(ə-)lē 

1

: on a typical occasion : in typical circumstances

Typically, members of our staff receive little … recognition …

—Brendan Gill

2

: in a typical manner

typically American

Synonyms of typically

• usually
• normally

Examples of typically in a Sentence

prairie dogs typically live in open spaces

Recent Examples on the Web

While fitness tracking companies typically claim consumer data is safe, some tracking apps have already leaked data to Big Tech companies. — Sparkle Rainey Tribune News Service, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026

Renters typically need only a security deposit and the first month’s rent, so the up-front costs of renting are much lower. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026

Hunker down for the night before exploring the 800-year-old (and oh-so-typically British) village of Chipping Campden, right on your doorstep. — Katie Silcox, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026

Dehydrated skin is typically caused by dry air, harsh skin care, or the weather. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 2 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 2