ALWAYS Definition & Meaning

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always

[ awl-weyz, -weez ]

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adverb

every time; on every occasion; without exception:
He always works on Saturday.
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all the time; continuously; uninterruptedly:
There is always some pollution in the air.
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forever:
Will you always love me?
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in any event; at any time; if necessary:
She can always move back with her parents.

always

/ ˈɔːlweɪz; -wɪz /

adverb

without exception; on every occasion; every time
he always arrives on time
continually; repeatedly
in any case
you could always take a day off work
informal.
for ever; without end
our marriage is for always

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of always¹

First recorded in 1200–50; Middle English alwayes, alleweyes, alles weis, alteration of alle wey alway

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of always¹

C13 alles weiss, from Old English ealne weg, literally: all the way; see all , way

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Synonym Study

Both always and ever refer to uniform or perpetual continuance. Always often expresses or implies repetition as producing the uniformity or continuance: The sun always rises in the east. Ever implies an unchanging sameness throughout: Natural law is ever to be reckoned with.

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With or without Trump, the GOP will always showcase populist themes, because it is the perfect vehicle to put a regressive, pro-billionaire agenda over on the chumps.

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For a government that promised to be radical, its plans have not always been forthcoming.

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“I always wear a Dodger jersey,” he said.

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While trail restoration entails abating nuisances like poodle-dog from the pathway, it’s not always feasible to banish it entirely from the area.

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Renovating may not always have as high of an upfront cost as buying a new home, but it’s still not cheap.

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