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

Enclosed by a network of 13th-century walls, the narrow streets of old York host myriad awe-inspiring relics from its pre-industrial past, perhaps the most famous being York Minster, one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals anywhere. — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026

There appears to be no indication the scammer or scammers behind this web of deception are anywhere close to slowing down. — Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 18 Aug. 2026

Noun

Millennials and Gen Z are leading the charge, viewing business trips as lifestyle opportunities, while companies offer work-from-anywhere policies and stipends to attract and retain talent. — Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

The comfiest shoes aren’t always the most expensive, as evidenced by these $30 go-anywhere sneakers at Amazon. — Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Aug. 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