as usual

phrase

: in the accustomed or habitual way

as usual they were late

Examples of as usual in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The airport is expected to continue operating as usual amid the name change. — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026

Swift will either ignore the noise as usual, or smile at the absurdity as a secure, proud childless cat lady. — Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026

While no state laws prevent supermarkets from opening as usual on Independence Day, some in Rhode Island opt to open with limited hours to allow employees to celebrate the holiday. — Bailey Allen, The Providence Journal, 3 July 2026

However, the Idaho State Police and Idaho Department of Correction will operate as usual. — Darin Oswald, Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1651, in the meaning defined above