Customarily

usgb/ˌkʌstəˈmerəli/
adverb

Done according to what is usually done or happens.

In some countries, it is customarily to bow when greeting someone.
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Cultural Variance

Understand that customs can vary widely between cultures; what's customary in one may not be in another.

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It's customarily good manners to remove your shoes before entering a house in Japan.
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Not Always Formal

'Customarily' doesn't imply formality; it just reflects what's typically done in casual or formal contexts.

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They customarily have a family barbecue every Sunday.
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Universal Practices

Some actions are customarily observed worldwide, such as shaking hands when meeting someone new.

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Customarily, world leaders shake hands at formal events.
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