The difference between Inevitably and Inexorably

When used as adverbs, inevitably means in a manner that is impossible to avoid or prevent, whereas inexorably means in an inexorable manner.

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  1. Inevitably as an adverb:

    In a manner that is impossible to avoid or prevent.

    Examples:

    "Inevitably, all creatures eventually die."

    "The sun inevitably rises."

    "Despite the town's best efforts, the dam inevitably gave way."

    "The inevitably cold winter approaches."

  2. Inevitably as an adverb:

    As usual; predictably; as expected.

    Examples:

    "Inevitably, the next-door neighbour began to mow his lawn just as she lay down her head after a long night shift."

    "The child inevitably began to cry when his mother went to work."

    "The inevitably long line of customers queued for the latest 'Harry Potter'."

  1. Inexorably as an adverb:

    In an inexorable manner; without the possibility of stopping or prevention.

    Examples:

    "We watched as the storm clouds advanced inexorably closer to us."

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