Necessarily
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Pro Tip 1/3
Not a Guarantee
Necessarily implies something is likely, but not 100% certain. High SAT scores don't necessarily secure you a place in college.
Pro Tip 2/3
Context Matters
The word 'necessarily' can change meaning slightly depending on the context. This rule isn't necessarily applicable in every situation.
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Debate and Opinion
Use 'necessarily' to politely disagree or show skepticism about someone else's statement. I don't necessarily agree with his conclusions.