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When can I use the word "officially?"

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Rebecca

"Officially" means "formally" or "publicly" in most cases. In the informal context, it's used as an emphasis word to mean "for sure," "completely/definitely," or "obviously." Ex: The government officially declared a state of emergency. (formally/publicly) Ex: My boyfriend and I are officially over. (completely/definitely)

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