anytime
Americanadverb
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at any time; regardless of hour, date, etc.; whenever.
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invariably; without doubt or exception; always.
I can do better than that anytime.
Etymology
Origin of anytime
Example Sentences
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Anytime the factory might call, Tchinnis would answer: “Is the broth okay?”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
“It’s been so fun to see contestants enjoying smoked salmon on a daily basis… Anytime smoked salmon becomes part of the cultural conversation, it’s a win for the category.”
From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026
Villarreal: Anytime you wear anything, it becomes a thing.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026
"Anytime you've got three eagles in one round, good things are happening... Proud of the way I played today," said Scheffler.
From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026
Anytime the topic veers toward something serious or emotional, especially anger, they revert to Urdu.
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
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