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comparative more predictably, superlative most predictably
In a manner that can be expected or anticipated. quotations examples
The wholesale slaughter of thousands of pigs has predictably drawn the protests of animal welfare and rights groups.
2006, Michael Pollan, The Omnivore's Dilemma, The Penguin Press, pages 324–325
Capello was keen to use Phil Jones, normally a defender, in central midfield - but it was hard work for the Manchester United teenager and his England colleagues in the first half as Spain predictably dominated possession.
2011 November 12, Phil McNulty, “International friendly: England 1-0 Spain”, in BBC Sport