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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“So, it’s still day-to-day. Sometimes day-to-day means two days, sometimes it can mean five or six days. But he’s day-to-day.”
From Los Angeles Times
But in a surprise on Monday, Randrianirina sacked his entire government and assigned permanent secretaries to run ministries' day-to-day operations until a new cabinet is formed.
From BBC
This flexibility could allow for hiring respite caregivers, overseas trips and, crucially, helping you with day-to-day support.
From MarketWatch
In the years following the surgery, she said her mobility and ability to carry out day-to-day tasks like getting washed and dressed and driving have been affected.
From BBC
He is also expected to continue in his role coordinating the day-to-day war effort and to maintain a high level of influence on military matters even after a new supreme leader is appointed, they said.
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