ultimately

adverb

ˈəl-tə-mət-lē How to pronounce ultimately (audio)
Definition of ultimatelynext
as in eventually
at a later time we'll ultimately renovate this section of the house, but for now it will stay as it is

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Recent Examples of ultimately Wash Containers and Lids Together Co-washing is ultimately key in keeping everything organized. — Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 16 Aug. 2026 Duch was found guilty of crimes against humanity, torture, and murder in 2010 and ultimately received a sentence of life imprisonment. — ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026 Born in Kosovo, Morina emigrated with his family to Germany in the 1990s, before the war that would ultimately lead to the country’s independence. — Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 16 Aug. 2026 Matthew Rhys auditioned to play a biopic role that ultimately went to Edward Norton. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ultimately
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultimately
  1. eventually
  2. finally
  3. someday
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  • Noé revealed that talks about bringing the Max Mara license on board started way before the signing in 2024, tracing back to even before the pandemic, which eventually put plans temporarily on hold.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • That seemingly simple skill can eventually become the foundation for much more advanced service-dog tasks, including using his nose to push or close objects.
    — Nelly Carreño, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of eventually
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  • Fortunately, that changed on Thursday when the train finally moved.
    — Terell Bailey, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Aquarius January 20 – February 18 The team plan may finally click once the next step is clear.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of finally
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  • Authorities were wary of depleting China’s supply and someday becoming dependent on imports, as the country is for oil and gas.
    — GLORIA XIONG, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026
  • At a reception for media and local leaders at a swanky boutique hotel, the assumption was that someday, in conjunction with ongoing airport expansion, Delta will open an Austin hub.
    — Ted Reed, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
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