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incidentally

/ˌˈɪnsəˌˈdɛntli/
/ɪnsɪˈdɛntəli/
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Incidentally is a word you use when you've got more to say on a topic or want to transition into a new subject. Think of the word incidentally as a more formal way to say "by the way."

Incidentally can also mean "by chance" if you want to remark on a coincidence. Sometimes, things just happen by chance, like you and your friend showing up at the same place incidentally. Incidentally, the word ends in lly so don't forget to throw that extra l in there!

Definitions of incidentally
  1. adverb
    introducing a different topic; in point of fact
    incidentally, I won't go to the party”
  2. adverb
    of a minor or subordinate nature
    synonyms: accidentally
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