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always

/ˈɔː.weɪz/adverb2 syllables

Always means: invariably.

Synonyms for always22

adverb, as in invariably

constantly, forever, perpetually, incessantly

adverb, as in at all times; all the time and on every occasion

ever, e'er

adverb, as in without variation or change, in every case

also used for always

continually, all the time, every time, 5ever, ad infinitum, aye, uniformly, consistently, immutably, invariously, still, unalterably, anyhow, anyway, at any rate

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What does always mean?5

adverb

1

invariably“the world is constantly changing”

2

at all times; all the time and on every occasion“I will always be there to help you”

3

without variation or change, in every case“constantly kind and gracious”

4

at any time or in any event“you can always resign if you don't like it”

5

forever; throughout all time“we will always be friends”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with always?1

two syllables

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Always in a sentence

  • You always talk back to me, don't you?CK
  • I'll always love you, no matter what happens.CK
  • Always keep a bucket of water handy, in case of fire.CK
  • If you fail, you can always ask for his help.Dejo
  • When it comes to playing tennis, he always beats me.AlanF_US
  • And yet, the contrary is always true as well.pyrachi
  • Even if you have your own way, you will not always be successful.CM
  • Live where she may, she always enjoys her surroundings.Zifre

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