Meaning & use

thirdly

adverb·Academic

Used to introduce the third point or item in a list or argument.

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Firstly, the plan saves money; secondly, it saves time; thirdly, it reduces waste.

Thirdly, the report recommends hiring two more nurses for the night shift.

A note on using this word

Thirdly is common in formal speeches and writing; casual English often just says 'third' instead.

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