Meaning & use
Contextually
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In a manner that relates to or depends on the surrounding context or circumstances.
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The word can be interpreted contextually depending on the tone of the conversation.
The app contextually adjusts its suggestions based on your location.
A note on using this word
Common in linguistics and design, where meaning or behavior shifts contextually rather than remaining fixed.
Words with a similar meaning
situationally
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