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musically

adv. manner
B1 Intermediate US //ˈmjuzɪkɫi// UK //mjˈuːzɪkli// mu·si·cal·ly

adv. in a way that relates to music or shows a talent for it. You use this to describe how someone plays an instrument or how a sound is organized.

adv. in a manner relating to music or demonstrating musical talent. Often describes the execution of a performance or the inherent structure of a sound.


SIMPLE

She is very musically gifted.

CONTEXTUAL

The film is musically rich, featuring a score that blends traditional folk with modern electronic beats.

COMPLEX

While technically proficient, the young pianist struggled to perform the sonata musically, often missing the subtle emotional shifts required by the composer's notations.

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Typically follows the verb it modifies or precedes an adjective.

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