a day

phrase

: each day
Take one pill two times a day.
work 8 hours a day

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The corridor has the state’s highest congestion levels, seeing over 160,000 cars a day, according to NCDOT. Dj Simmons august 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026 Every experience is thoughtfully curated, transforming a day at the beach into an opportunity to recharge both body and mind. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 31 July 2026 Olivier El Mekki, of Dijon, France, treats his bathtub as a personal plunge pool, filling it with fresh water for a day or two. Laurel Dalrymple, NPR, 31 July 2026 Adults who did not meet the guidelines still ate about 79 grams a day. ABC News, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for a day

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“A day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20day. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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