a day

phrase

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

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Ship traffic is unlikely to return to pre-war levels, of around 130 to 140 crossings a day, according to analysts, which could keep oil prices elevated for longer. Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026 Shockingly, only a day or so later, on the night of October 13, 2025, the very same museum was robbed again, this time of several watches and jewelry, estimated to be worth over €1 million. Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 7 Aug. 2026 In New Zealand, Beyer planned for Ashbaugh to complete a one-way run through the Routeburn Track before ending the adventure with a day at Milford Sound. Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 In a day when outsized egos rule the sports landscape, Harvey is humble, upbeat and engaging. Maury Brown, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 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 13 Aug. 2026.

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