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Synonyms

day-to-day

American  
[dey-tuh-dey] / ˈdeɪ təˈdeɪ /

adjective

  1. occurring each day; daily.

    day-to-day chores; day-to-day worries.

  2. concerned only with immediate needs or desires without preparation for the future.

day-to-day British  

adjective

  1. routine; everyday

    day-to-day chores
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day to day Idioms  

  1. Also, from day to day.

  2. Continuously, without interruption, on a daily basis. For example, Running this office day to day is not an easy task . [Late 1800s]

  3. 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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He has been day-to-day since injuring his right ankle against Orlando on March 21.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Meetings between the head coach and Wilcox are fewer now, it is said, because there are not as many day-to-day issues to address.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The first is coverage of day-to-day preventive care that includes medications to manage a chronic condition or quick visits to urgent care.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

That might seem a bit far out for a market eager to trade on day-to-day developments.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

If I have one saving grace, it's that I'm lucky enough to have found someone willing to handle the ugly business of day-to-day living.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris

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