How to Use "Personally" with Example Sentences

personally (adv): by a particular person and no one else; directly without help

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Used with verbs:

"He personally recommended this restaurant."
(recommended, suggested)

"I personally oversee the work at this factory."
(oversee, manage, supervise)

"The president personally thanked him for his service."
(thanked)

"I will personally guarantee your safety."
(guarantee)

"You can contact me personally at this email address."
(contact)

"She has personally experienced poverty."
(experienced)

Used with adjectives:

"That man is personally responsible for what happened."
(responsible, accountable, liable)

"I am personally opposed to the new plan."
(opposed)