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as always

adv · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adv

Meaning 1

In the way that invariably happens, either literally or hyperbolically.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Examples

  • As always, the sun will rise again.
  • As always, Joe was late for school.

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