as usual

phrase

: in the accustomed or habitual way
as usual they were late

Examples of as usual in a Sentence

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The Huskies, as usual, dominated the Big East’s preseason awards, Strong the player of the year, Olivia Vukosa the freshman of the year, Arnold and Quinonez all-conference with Shade honorable mention. — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 1 Oct. 2026 And, as usual, some of the most promising shows are scheduled for some of the most modest venues. — Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 30 Sep. 2026 As per the images in the code, though the camera is set to move, the volume buttons and power button will stay on the top of the device as usual. — Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 27 Sep. 2026 Existing reservations, loyalty programs, resort operations and cruise operations will continue as usual, and the partnership will bring additional resources to support future opportunities. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for as usual

Word History

First Known Use

1651, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of as usual was in 1651

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“As usual.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20usual. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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