informally

Example Sentences

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Informally, nearly half the country is now thought to have taken on an urban character, with the next census delayed until 2026.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

Informally, we’ve actually heard a lot of families who, in order to protect their elders, have created somewhat of a safe word.

From Slate • Mar. 24, 2023

It has special implications for kids with disabilities: Informally removing these students circumvents federal law that protects them from being disciplined or barred from class for behaviors related to their disability.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 4, 2022

Informally, it was known as the “Anti-Machine Gun Bill.”

From Washington Post • Aug. 9, 2019

Informally, too, she taught them other things than speech.

From The Real Adventure by Crosby, Raymond Moreau