as always
idiom
—used to say that something was expected because it always happens
As always, dinner was delicious.
Your children, as always, were very well-behaved.
Examples of as always in a Sentence
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Yearwood’s vocal is pristine as always, never overpowering a lyric but collecting every nuance on this gorgeous song.
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Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2024
The Barbie movie wave may have drifted back to sea, but Nicki Minaj is, as always, keeping the color in fashion — this time in the form of a groundbreaking Løci sneaker collaboration.
—Kayla Blanton, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024
Pit stops were, as always, critical late in the NASCAR Cup Series race at Richmond on Easter Sunday.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2024
They’re joined by aging old-timer Sammy (Stephen McKinley Henderson, perfect as always), who works for what’s left of The New York Times, and aspiring 23-year-old photojournalist Jessie (Cailee Spaeny), who hopes to follow in Lee’s footsteps.
—Devan Coggan, EW.com, 12 Apr. 2024
Invite the couple as always; be civil, of course; and take part fully in the group’s standard small talk and chatter and conversation.
—Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 11 Apr. 2024
And while the animation has upgraded to 3D and the episodes are shorter, the actor who voiced Dora for the first time 24 years ago says that the new season —kicking off Friday on Paramount+ — will be as friendly and exciting as always.
—Arturo Conde, NBC News, 11 Apr. 2024
Styled as always by Law Roach, Zendaya’s slinky green gown featured a plunging neckline and a dramatic thigh slit, with a shimmering sequined fabric that mimicked the texture of a tennis court’s turf.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 26 Mar. 2024
Thank you, as always, from the bottom of our hearts.
—Dan McLaughlin, National Review, 14 Mar. 2024
Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2024
The Barbie movie wave may have drifted back to sea, but Nicki Minaj is, as always, keeping the color in fashion — this time in the form of a groundbreaking Løci sneaker collaboration.
—Kayla Blanton, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024
Pit stops were, as always, critical late in the NASCAR Cup Series race at Richmond on Easter Sunday.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2024
They’re joined by aging old-timer Sammy (Stephen McKinley Henderson, perfect as always), who works for what’s left of The New York Times, and aspiring 23-year-old photojournalist Jessie (Cailee Spaeny), who hopes to follow in Lee’s footsteps.
—Devan Coggan, EW.com, 12 Apr. 2024
Invite the couple as always; be civil, of course; and take part fully in the group’s standard small talk and chatter and conversation.
—Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 11 Apr. 2024
And while the animation has upgraded to 3D and the episodes are shorter, the actor who voiced Dora for the first time 24 years ago says that the new season —kicking off Friday on Paramount+ — will be as friendly and exciting as always.
—Arturo Conde, NBC News, 11 Apr. 2024
Styled as always by Law Roach, Zendaya’s slinky green gown featured a plunging neckline and a dramatic thigh slit, with a shimmering sequined fabric that mimicked the texture of a tennis court’s turf.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 26 Mar. 2024
Thank you, as always, from the bottom of our hearts.
—Dan McLaughlin, National Review, 14 Mar. 2024
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“As always.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20always. Accessed 29 Apr. 2024.
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