someday

adverb

some·​day ˈsəm-ˌdā How to pronounce someday (audio)
Synonyms of somedaynext
: 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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The extraterrestrials wiped Daniel and Margaret’s memories of that night, knowing that when the aliens someday returned, the pair would be able to relay their otherworldly messages to the citizens of Earth. Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 13 June 2026 While Eton is an all-boys school, Marlborough's co-educational environment would allow both Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis to attend alongside their older brother someday. Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026 Now, someday Britain may revisit this decision. David Frum, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026 Sophie is hoping to become a vet someday Her wishes are to have a baby unicorn and a horse, and also a swimming pool! Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 9 June 2026 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 16 Jun. 2026.

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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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