adverb.Innately, by instinct, without being taught.
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adverb.
as a matter of instinct
Word Usage
"On the other hand, McCain instinctively leans toward linking length of service with benefits -- his stated reason for opposing Webb's "New GI Bill" -- so perhaps that's the direction of his thinking on VA care as well."