In a way that relates to or affects the entire world. Considering all parts or aspects of something as a unified whole.
Derived from 'global' (from Latin 'globus' meaning sphere or ball) plus the adverb suffix '-ly'. The term gained prominence in the mid-20th century as international communication and trade expanded. The concept of thinking 'globally' became central to environmental and economic discourse.
The word 'globally' embodies humanity's evolving perspective of Earth - from flat earth beliefs to seeing our planet as a 'pale blue dot.' Interestingly, the ability to think globally required both literal global travel and the metaphorical leap of seeing local actions as having worldwide consequences.
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