as always
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—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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The devil, as always, will be in the details.
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David Goldman, CNN Money, 14 Nov. 2025
Styled as always by Brad Goreski, the actor’s ultra-sheer, clingy black lace dress featured a plunged neckline that almost reached her bellybutton, fastening with one delicate strap and clasp at the chest.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 12 Nov. 2025
Despite a somewhat awkward attempt at a South African accent, Pike dominates her villainous role as always, the franchise’s most dangerous yet and a perfect surrogate for the Elon Musks of the world.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 11 Nov. 2025
LiB will also, as always, host myriad talks, workshops and yoga sessions over the weekend.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 11 Nov. 2025
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David Goldman, CNN Money, 14 Nov. 2025
Styled as always by Brad Goreski, the actor’s ultra-sheer, clingy black lace dress featured a plunged neckline that almost reached her bellybutton, fastening with one delicate strap and clasp at the chest.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 12 Nov. 2025
Despite a somewhat awkward attempt at a South African accent, Pike dominates her villainous role as always, the franchise’s most dangerous yet and a perfect surrogate for the Elon Musks of the world.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 11 Nov. 2025
LiB will also, as always, host myriad talks, workshops and yoga sessions over the weekend.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 11 Nov. 2025
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“As always.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20always. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.
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