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exceptionally (Adverb)

To an unusual or extraordinary degree; much more than is average or expected. It is used to emphasize that a quality or situation is a rare exception to the norm.

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Think of an 'Exception' to the 'Ally'. If everyone in the 'Ally' (alley) is normal, the one person who is 'Exceptionally...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'exceptionally' to modify a verb directly. → He performed exceptionally well.

Confusing 'exceptionally' with 'especially'. → I like all sports, especially tennis. / The tennis player is exceptionally fast.

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