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in a way that cannot be avoided
- Learning a new language necessarily involves making mistakes along the way.
- To pass the exam, it's necessarily important to study diligently.
- If it's raining outside, necessarily, the ground will get wet.
- A high price doesn't necessarily indicate high quality.
- Learning a new skill necessarily takes time.
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in a highly probable or inevitable manner
- If it rains, it doesn't necessarily mean the event will be canceled; there might be an indoor alternative.
- Having a college degree doesn't necessarily guarantee career success, but it can improve opportunities.
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