duly

[doo-lee, dyoo-]

adverb

1. in a correct or appropriate manner; properly; fittingly.

2. at the right time; punctually.

duly

/ ˈdjuːlɪ /

adverb

1. in a proper or fitting manner

2. at the proper time; punctually

Word History and Origins

Origin of duly¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English duelich(e); due, -ly

Word History and Origins

Origin of duly¹

C14: see _due , _-ly ²

Example Sentences

Harris was intrigued enough to watch War of the Worlds, and it duly lived down to his expectations.

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After opting to bat first, Spirit quickly found themselves in trouble and duly slumped to 80 all out after 94 balls.

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She continued to attack Wellington but that almost proved her downfall as she offered a chance at long-off on 22 but the catch went down - an error duly punished by Harris.

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They duly won 27-19 after blitzing the Wallabies in the first half and secured the series - with Aki now in the side - in Melbourne the following week.

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After the paper sent him copies of the photos, he contacted his bosses in London, duly spoke to the men who witnessed the incident, filed the details and moved on.

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Related Words

• appropriately 
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• deservedly 
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