day-to-day
Americanadjective
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occurring each day; daily.
day-to-day chores; day-to-day worries.
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concerned only with immediate needs or desires without preparation for the future.
adjective
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Also, from day to day.
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Continuously, without interruption, on a daily basis. For example, Running this office day to day is not an easy task . [Late 1800s]
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live from day to day . Be interested only in immediate concerns, without thought for the future. For example, Jean lives from day to day, planning nothing in advance . Also see live for the moment .
Etymology
Origin of day-to-day
Middle English word dating back to 1150–1200
Example Sentences
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That will be the day-to-day question and challenge.
Alongside professional help, Nina says there are techniques people can use day-to-day to reduce distress.
From BBC
Cisco, one of the world's leading technology companies, is behind some of the critical IT infrastructure enabling day-to-day use of AI.
From BBC
He says that pubs are currently limiting investment in their businesses because of the high costs of day-to-day operations.
From BBC
“But for him to be able to step up on a day-to-day basis for us, not only in games but also at practice at the facility, he’s a true leader for us.”
From Los Angeles Times
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