usual · ​. that happens or is done most of the time or in most cases synonym normal. This is the usual way of doing it. He came home later than usual. He didn't ...

​in the way that is usual or normal; most often. How long does the journey usually take? Tension headache is not usually associated with any other symptoms.

in the way that is usual or normal; most often I'm usually home by 6 o'clock. We usually go by car. How long does the trip usually take?

There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the adverb usually, one of which is labelled obsolete. See 'Meaning & use' for definitions.

1that happens or is done most of the time or in most cases synonym normal She made all the usual excuses. He came home later than usual.

usually; very often; by most people. Extra Examples skin infections commonly seen in children It's a list of additives in foods we commonly consume.

usually; in normal circumstances. I would never normally discuss this. He didn't eat as much as he normally does. It normally takes 20 minutes to get there.

commonly adverb NAmE//ˈkɑmənli// usually; very often; by most people Christopher is commonly known as Kit.

used to say that something usually happens in the way that you are stating. The standard chips are typically used for databases and other business software.

in the way that most often happens: He usually gets home about six o'clock. I usually just have a sandwich for lunch. Is your friend usually so rude?