Inevitably

/ɪˈnɛvɪtəbli/ · adverb

Meaning

In a manner that is impossible to avoid or prevent..

Definitions by Sense

1. In a manner that is impossible to avoid or prevent.
2. As usual; predictably; as expected.

Example Sentences

Inevitably, all creatures eventually die.

The sun inevitably rises.

Despite the town's best efforts, the dam inevitably gave way.

The inevitably cold winter approaches.

In a period of transition from steam to diesel, many of the schemes are inevitably of an interim nature and only on full dieselisation will the final pattern be determined and full benefit derived.

He could also fulfill his campaign promise to launch the “largest deportation operation in American history,” targeting millions of people in an abuse-ridden process that would inevitably lead to the mistaken detention of thousands of U.S. citizens.

Will this decision-making paralysis continue until Great British Railways has been established and settled into a new rhythm? If so, passengers on the West of England line are in for a rough ride, as the reliability of these tired old British Rail trains inevitably declines, and maintenance costs rise.

Inevitably, the next-door neighbour began to mow his lawn just as she lays down her head after a long night shift.

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