naturally

naturally
nat|u|ral|ly [ `nætʃ(ə)rəli ] adverb **
1. ) as most people would expect or understand:
Naturally, I was very eager to make a good first impression.
His death has naturally come as a shock to us all.
a ) SPOKEN used for saying yes, especially when that would be most people's answer: OF COURSE
2. ) as a basic quality or feature of someone or something:
Testosterone is a hormone that occurs naturally in the human body.
Her hair is naturally curly.
Mendez is a naturally talented player.
Many herbs grow naturally in poor dry soils.
3. ) in a normal or typical manner:
Try to act naturally in front of the camera.
Visitors to the aviary can observe the birds behaving naturally.

Usage of the words and phrases in modern English. 2013.

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