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universally

[yoo-nuh-vur-suh-lee] / ˌyu nəˈvɜr sə li /
ADVERB
concerning the universe
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The wave may be universally considered a symbol of collective euphoria - but it can also represent a loss of interest on the part of spectators.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

The songs flow together in a cohesive manner, and it features performances in multiple languages — which is quite beautiful when you think about how death and grief are universally shared experiences across humanity.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

The icy, darkly funny drama from Russian director Andrey Zvyagintsev was nearly universally praised by critics at the festival.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

However, the review highlights mounting evidence that senescent cells are not universally harmful.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

But before the new genre could become a universally addictive sensation it needed to undergo some fine-tuning, particularly in its choice of instruments.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall




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