1
as in permanently
for all time
we'll be best friends forever
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2
as in constantly
on every relevant occasion
he is forever reminding me to wear my hat and gloves in cold weather
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as in months
a long or seemingly long period of time
it took forever to fill out all the forms
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Recent Examples of forever
Danielle Dorsey, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2025
Are they allowed to change their minds, to take a break for now or even forever?
—Hugh Kellenberger, New York Times, 15 June 2025
Chabeli Herrera, miamiherald, 17 Aug. 2017
Forever stamps are always equal to the current First-Class Mail service 1-ounce price.
—Michael McGough, sacbee, 14 July 2017
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Adverb
For Black people across the diaspora, that ritual has been with us forever.
—Danielle Dorsey, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2025
Are they allowed to change their minds, to take a break for now or even forever?
—Hugh Kellenberger, New York Times, 15 June 2025
Noun
Forever is gonna start aboard Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis of the Seas Monday with a concert of lunar proportions.
—Chabeli Herrera, miamiherald, 17 Aug. 2017
Forever stamps are always equal to the current First-Class Mail service 1-ounce price.
—Michael McGough, sacbee, 14 July 2017
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forever
Adverb
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Three are permanently based in America while the other is operated by Zeppelin in Europe.—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Unlike traditional restoration, which permanently alters the painting, these masks can reportedly be removed whenever needed.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
20 June 2025
Adverb
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Alex was on his phone and computer constantly, never sleeping.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2025
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Writers, students, workers, and business people constantly face deadlines, dates when manuscripts and homework must be submitted and orders filled.—
Richard Lederer,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 June 2025
Adverb
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His major tournament résumé was always particularly thin.—
Brendan Quinn,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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For his career, Semien has always started slowly, with March/April historically being his worst months.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
Adverb
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In his work now, Axtell recommends executives hire services that continually review any online personal information about them, their families and their home addresses.—
Mara H. Gottfried,
Twin Cities,
19 June 2025
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The researchers continually work on developing the full potential of the EHT network and exploring even higher-frequency capabilities — such as 345 GHz — that can further complement multiband observations.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
19 June 2025
Noun
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But with cord-cutting long a fact of life and even far larger streamers struggling for mindshare, the company has been hit hard.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2025
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During the study, scientists had another surprising revelation: A fossil long thought to belong to an ancient fish was something else entirely.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
25 May 2025
Noun
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Whether that’s a nontraditional center stone, or even an eternity band in place of a classic engagement ring, clients are prioritizing unique styles, budget and wearability.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
18 June 2025
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A bit apparently means an eternity … 3-5 hours every d*** time.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
Adverb
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This is almost invariably dismissed by the GOP, but its power is compelling.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2025
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The Under-21 European Championship invariably showcases Europe’s best up-and-coming talent.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
Noun
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The two agencies’ message is simple: Everyone should have a chance to enjoy the health benefits of being outdoors, no matter their age, experience or ability.—
Anne Ferguson,
Mercury News,
16 June 2025
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Among other changes, parents of children ages 7 and older would be required to work 20 hours a week to maintain eligibility.—
Katia Riddle,
NPR,
16 June 2025
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“Forever.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forever. Accessed 29 Jun. 2025.
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