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Learn the meaning and usage of the adverb always in English, with synonyms, antonyms, grammar rules and examples. Find out how to use always with continuous verb forms, can and could, and as always.
Learn the meaning, synonyms, example sentences, and word history of the adverb always, which can mean at all times, forever, or in any event. Find out how to use always in a sentence and how to cite it in your writing.
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Always definition: every time; on every occasion; without exception. See examples of ALWAYS used in a sentence.
- at all times; on every occasion. There's almost always somebody at home in the evenings. Always lock your car. She always arrives at 7.30. The children always seem to be hungry.
- for a long time; since you can remember. Pat has always loved gardening. This is the way we've always done it. This painting is very good—Ellie always was very good at art (= so it is not very surprising).
- for all future time. I'll always love you.
- if you say a person is always doing something, or something is always happening, you mean that they do it, or it happens, very often, and that this is annoying.
Find words and phrases that mean the same or the opposite of always, such as every time, constantly, forever, or never. Learn how to use always in different contexts and expressions with examples and definitions.
Learn the meaning, pronunciation, synonyms, and usage of the adverb 'always' in British and American English. See examples of 'always' in sentences and idioms, and compare it with 'ever'.