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remotely
[ ri-moht-lee ]
adverb
- to a very small degree; slightly or faintly:
Few people believe such an outcome to be even remotely credible.
- at or from a distance, typically by means of an electronic connection: The system is remotely controlled from a central computer.
We can work remotely or on the client site, depending on your requirements.
The system is remotely controlled from a central computer.
- distantly or indirectly; not immediately: We consulted everyone closely or remotely involved with the project before deciding how to proceed.
He’s remotely related to my wife.
We consulted everyone closely or remotely involved with the project before deciding how to proceed.
- in an isolated place:
The farmhouse is remotely situated on one of southern Africa's largest private nature reserves.
- far away; distantly:
Our system uses a single power pack to provide hydraulic power to remotely placed fans up to 200 feet away.
Other Word Forms
- ܲ··dzٱ· adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of remotely1
Example Sentences
Kirillov, head of the Radiation, Biological and Chemical Defence Forces, was outside a residential block when a device hidden in a scooter was detonated remotely, SK said.
The main thought is we only have three actual Imax screens that are remotely accessible — Indianapolis, Grand Rapids and Toronto.
Adding that both Nerys Bethan Lloyd and her business partner Paul O'Dwyer were "not remotely qualified", as they only had a "basic entry level qualification" which was not suitable for the tour they led.
President Trump is embodying all of this and worse with his campaign against undocumented immigrants and anything remotely associated with them.
The pair have previously appeared remotely at hearings by video link.
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