everyday

adjective

ev·​ery·​day ˈev-rē-ˌdā How to pronounce everyday (audio) ˌev-re-ˈdā How to pronounce everyday (audio)
: encountered or used routinely or typically : ordinary
everyday clothes
everydayness noun

Examples of everyday in a Sentence

Don't let the problems of everyday life get you down. we're just an everyday family, with a dog and a cat and bills to pay
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President Donald Trump's sweeping tax and policy bill that would change Americans' everyday lives has cleared one big hurdle after several marathon days of negotiations in the U.S. House and an assist from the president himself. Riley Beggin, USA Today, 23 May 2025 Come nighttime, its bars come alive with hip young locals having a good time, making this a great spot to spend an evening basking in everyday local life. Jennifer Fernández Solano, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025 Some early testers of the Lip Glow Butter are calling it their new everyday balm, while others say the texture feels more elevated than any lip product Dior has released in years. Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 22 May 2025 Hey Dude Men’s Wally Sport Mesh Slip-on Loafer Best Running Shoe Deals Whether logging serious miles or just wanting a pair of sneakers that can keep up with your everyday pace, Amazon has major discounts on high-performance running shoes. Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 22 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for everyday

Word History

First Known Use

1628, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of everyday was in 1628

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“Everyday.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/everyday. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

everyday

adjective
ev·​ery·​day ˌev-rē-ˌdā How to pronounce everyday (audio)
: used, suitable for, or seen every day : ordinary
everyday clothes

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