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anytime

American  
[en-ee-tahym] / ˈɛn iˌtaɪm /

adverb

  1. at any time; regardless of hour, date, etc.; whenever.

  2. 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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Reopening a physical shop anytime soon is not on the cards.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Woronka also doesn’t see SRS or Pentwater selling their Avis shares anytime soon.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

So far, I’ve managed to do some prepublication interviews without too much trouble, and I’m planning to use a microphone anytime I speak to a crowd.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

But for now, should you expect to see a refund in your bank account anytime soon?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

After all, it wasn’t like I was planning to take him up on his offer anytime soon.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo

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