He always tries, but he doesn't always succeed. It's always a pleasure to see you. I can always tell when he's upset. This area is always filled with tourists. Things won't always go as planned. You're always welcome to stay with us. He has always been a good friend to me. Life won't always be this easy. I always thought they'd get married some day, but they never did. Isn't that what you've always wanted? See More
Recent Examples on the WebOn the foot: a pink sandal heel with a pom pom on the toe. LoveShackFancy: The brand has always embraced pink, and this year was no different. Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 17 Sep. 2022 Stephanie Breijo’s restaurant news column has the happy news that the L.A. bakery Bub and Grandma’s — which nearly always runs out of bread at the Hollywood Farmers Market — is opening a full restaurant. Laurie Ochoa, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2022 Since premiering in 2015, the show has poked fun at dozens of iconic docs, always hosted by a very serious Helen Mirren. Devan Coggan, EW.com, 17 Sep. 2022 Skateboarding and underground music culture have always been tightly linked, of course, and Pulaski’s history at that intersection spans generations. Chris Richards, Washington Post, 17 Sep. 2022 People with certain skin conditions—including severe acne, rosacea, eczema, or psoriasis—and people who use prescription medications for their skin should always check in with their dermatologist before trying out a new routine. Maggie O'neill, SELF, 17 Sep. 2022 US Air Force pilots who fly U-2 spy planes always keep a $2 bill in their flight suits. Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 17 Sep. 2022 The race, began by former MU basketball coach Al McGuire in 1978, has always drawn a mixture of super-competitive elite runners and participants looking to have a fun time while supporting a good cause. Ben Steele, Journal Sentinel, 17 Sep. 2022 Grace Poer, 47, an administrative assistant from Riverview, Florida, just south of Tampa, said her 24-year-old daughter with autism has always loved Mustangs. Phoebe Wall Howard, Detroit Free Press, 17 Sep. 2022 See More
Word History
Etymology
Middle English alwayes, from alwey
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Time Traveler
The first known use of always was before the 12th century