EVENTUALLY Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

eventually

adverb

i-ˈven(t)-sh(ə-)wə-lē

Definition of eventually

as in finally

at a later time stop whining about how long it's taking us—we'll get there eventually

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Recent Examples of eventually Iran’s economy will eventually need oil exports and reduced sanctions to survive. — James F. Jeffrey, Foreign Affairs, 3 Sep. 2026 At that time, Conner Weigman was viewed as the Aggies’ QB of the future, but Reed eventually rose to the top of the depth chart and led Texas A&M to the CFP for the first time in 2025. — Antonio Morales, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 That framing could eventually expand beyond lifestyle coverage into the broader wellness conversation. — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2026 It eventually was dismissed, but Myers’ anger didn’t subside. — Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for eventually

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By the end of that first part, Russia had invaded Ukraine, TV Rain had been fully banned, and all of Loktev’s subjects had finally left their country.

— Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026
Beneath the cringe internet overshare was a welcome indication that the vaginal microbiome has finally moved from an obscure area of medical research into mainstream conversation.

— Amy Francombe, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of finally

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But the United States, Canada, and Mexico may someday want to attract more Chinese investment that does not pose security risks, especially in high-tech sectors that might benefit North American competitiveness.

— Chad P. Bown, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2026
Maybe someday, that will be fodder for a fabulous conversation on Ultimate Girls Trip.

— Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of someday

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Simon and Marion flashed this summer but ultimately didn't make enough plays.

— Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 30 Aug. 2026
If the executive order is enacted and ultimately upheld by the courts, states would have to provide lists of eligible voters to the federal government, and any mail-in ballots would only be sent to people on those lists.

— Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 30 Aug. 2026

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