anywhere

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adverb

any·​where ˈe-nē-ˌ(h)wer 

-(h)wər

1

: at, in, or to any place or point

2

: to any extent : at all

we're not anywhere near to being finished

3

—used as a function word to indicate limits of variation

anywhere from 40 to 60 students

anywhere

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noun

: any place

Examples of anywhere in a Sentence

Adverb

This type of plant can grow just about anywhere.

It's a small camera that you can take practically anywhere.

They gave her permission to go anywhere she wanted to.

This kind of thing could happen anywhere.

You can sit anywhere you like.

He seems to be at home anywhere in the world.

I can't find my keys anywhere.

They produce some of the finest wines made anywhere.

He never walks anywhere. He always drives.

I'll take you anywhere you want to go.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adverb

People can become sick anywhere from two days to two weeks after they have been infected by the parasite. — Irene Wright, USA Today, 7 July 2026

Denver’s best bites can be fleeting, and that is especially true this month when there will be a wide variety of special events and pop-ups lasting anywhere from one night to a few weeks to a few months. — Jonathan Shikes, Denver Post, 7 July 2026

Noun

For a go-anywhere bag that’s practical enough for long commutes and polished enough for work, this under-$200 tote is worth a look. — Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026

Those onboard comforts are paired with true go-anywhere capability. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adverb

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing anywhere

• anywhere else
• get anywhere
• get one anywhere
• go anywhere
• going anywhere
• lead anywhere
• miles from anywhere

Rhymes for anywhere

• aftercare
• billionaire
• chinaware
• debonair
• dinnerware
• disrepair
• doctrinaire
• earthenware
• everywhere
• frigidaire
• kitchenware
• legionnaire

Kids Definition

anywhere

adverb

any·​where

ˈen-ē-ˌ(h)we(ə)r, 

-ˌ(h)wa(ə)r

: in, at, or to any place