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Synonyms

as usual

Idioms  

  1. In the normal, habitual, or accustomed way, as in As usual, he forgot to put away the milk. This idiom was first recorded in 1716. Also see business as usual.

Example Sentences

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A Spirit spokesperson told media outlets the airline was operating as usual and declined to comment on the report.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

A spokesperson for Spirit declined to comment on ongoing discussions and told The Times the airline is operating as usual.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Several media outlets - across golf, sports news and finance - reported its imminent closure, before chief executive O'Neil insisted it was business as usual in a tubthumping email to staff.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

He was cool as usual under threat, and his instinct to carry on with the event was laudable even if it was impractical.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

At bedtime, Jay fell asleep right away, snoring as usual.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce

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