as always

phrase

used to say that something was expected because it always happens
As always, dinner was delicious.
Your children, as always, were very well-behaved.

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Before agreeing to be the face of yet another thing, or take the lead as always, consider whether this actually contributes to your long-term goals. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026 After several days of tedium, the final hours before the deadline were action-packed, as always. Andy McCullough, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 And, as always, the post-hike happy hour spread included shrimp cocktail, a hummus and veggie platter, and plenty of wine. Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 30 July 2026 Where to Follow Our Black Hat 2026 Coverage Black Hat’s briefing schedule is, as always, jam-packed with interesting demonstrations and titillating panel discussions. Kim Key, PC Magazine, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for as always

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“As always.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20always. Accessed 13 Aug. 2026.

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