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internationally

adv. place
B1 Intermediate US //ˌɪnɝˈnæʃənəɫi// UK //ˌɪntənˈæʃənəli// in·ter·na·tion·al·ly

adv. in many different countries or involving many different nations. You use this when something happens or is known all over the world.

adv. in or between two or more nations; across national boundaries. Often used to describe the scope of business operations, legal agreements, or fame.


SIMPLE

The company sells its products internationally.

CONTEXTUAL

The film was so successful at home that it was released internationally the following month.

COMPLEX

While the artist is a household name in her home country, she is only now beginning to be recognised internationally by major galleries and collectors.

Origin

From international + -ly.

Usage

Typically placed after the verb or at the end of the clause to indicate geographical scope.

Pitfall

He is an internationally famousHe is internationally famousAs an adverb, it modifies the adjective 'famous' directly; do not use an article unless it is followed by a noun.

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