someday

adverb

some·​day ˈsəm-ˌdā How to pronounce someday (audio)
: at some future time

Examples of someday in a Sentence

Someday we'll buy a house. She hopes to publish her novel someday. Let's have lunch someday next week.
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Finley plans to pursue a career in the health care industry after college with hopes of someday working in a children’s hospital. First Tee, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025 That reasoning may prevail someday in the Senate, but certainly not while Democrats are in the minority there. Thomas Elias, Oc Register, 25 July 2025 All that remains is a small scar on her left side and maybe, someday, a little tribute. Ashley Vega, People.com, 24 July 2025 Mackay is going places with real financing someday, but the low-budget approach helps her here. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 24 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for someday

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of someday was in the 14th century

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“Someday.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/someday. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.

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someday

adverb
some·​day ˈsəm-ˌdā How to pronounce someday (audio)
: at some future time
may someday travel the world

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