anytime

American

[en-ee-tahym] / ˈɛn iˌtaɪm /

adverb

at any time; regardless of hour, date, etc.; whenever.
invariably; without doubt or exception; always.

I can do better than that anytime.

Etymology

Origin of anytime

First recorded in 1780–90; any + time

Example Sentences

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Wednesday night's speech did little immediately to reassure global oil markets that disruption to the Strait of Hormuz shipping route will ease anytime soon.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

As for the Air Force, don’t expect Matsumoto to be flying anytime soon.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The chances of “Buffy” finding its way back to television anytime soon after this attempt at a revival turned into a headline-making spectacle are incredibly slim.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

It’s a concept that has generated some support within MLB, though no new rules are expected anytime soon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

The line moves pretty quickly, but it also doesn’t seem like it’s gonna shorten anytime soon.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas

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