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of course

 

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Adverbial of course has 1 sense
  1. naturally, of course, course - as might be expected; "naturally, the lawyer sent us a huge bill"

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Definition:

Of course is an adverbial phrase used to express agreement, certainty, or acknowledge something as obvious or expected.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Adverb: Used to indicate agreement or confirmation.

Example sentence: "Are you coming to the party tonight?" "Of course, I wouldn't miss it!"

Sense 2:

Adverb: Used to indicate something that is predictable or expected.

Example sentence: "He's always late for our meetings. Of course, he arrived 20 minutes after everyone else."

Sense 3:

Adverb: Used to emphasize that what is being said is the natural consequence of something else.

Example sentence: "If you don't study for your exams, of course, you won't pass."

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