chronically

adverb

Definition of chronicallynext
as in repeatedly

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Recent Examples of chronically By contrast, Oliva said more permanent housing is needed for people who are chronically homeless, and more likely to suffer from mental health problems and addiction. — Jennifer Ludden, NPR, 8 Nov. 2026 A little more than 30% of East Aurora students were considered chronically absent according to 2025 data, but that figure topped 34% in the latest numbers — more than 10 percentage points higher than the state average. — Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 8 Nov. 2026 In part, their chemistry came from a belief that the project was beautiful, but left its artists chronically overworked and undercompensated. — Lucy Gellman, Hartford Courant, 7 Nov. 2026 In September, the Department of Environmental Conservation reported to the EPA that in two northeastern sections of the lake most chronically plagued by phosphorus runoff, the state is not nearly on track to meet its targets. — Jonathan Mingle, ProPublica, 4 Nov. 2026 East of Eden has so far been praised by critics and audiences, and even the chronically online crowd is taking note. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2026 People with chronically cold feet are the most likely beneficiaries, Mathur noted, because the mechanism depends on warming feet that are too cool to release heat efficiently. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2026 But having a persona, being aware of one’s persona — this has all been so chronically amplified by social media. — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026 People who chronically undereat are more likely to be deficient in nutrients that can cause hair loss and skin issues, such as protein and iron. — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 14 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chronically
  1. repeatedly
  2. perpetually
  3. invariably
  4. constantly
  5. eternally
  6. perennially
  7. continually
  8. continuously
Adverb
  • The property has repeatedly refreshed guest rooms, restaurants, and public spaces to stay contemporary while anchoring itself in Cayman’s culture and beach heritage.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026
  • This extended runtime is particularly relevant for pool owners who want to automate routine maintenance rather than repeatedly retrieve, recharge and restart a robotic cleaner.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of repeatedly
Adverb
  • The perpetually-hip New York distributor appears to be grooming the film as an awards-season dark horse; it was recently submitted for Golden Globes consideration in the drama categories, rather than the less competitive musical or comedy race.
    — Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2026
  • As a child, Link looks almost cherubic, along with the perpetually young Kokiri, and adult Link is a more detailed version of his non-toon GameCube and Wii descendants (in terms of game progression, not in-universe narrative).
    — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of perpetually
Adverb
  • Presidents almost invariably lose congressional seats at the midpoint of their term, especially during their second stretch in office.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The homes where poor people lived have invariably vanished, whether in Paris or in the provinces, whereas bourgeois homes are still standing.
    — Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of invariably
Adverb
  • Rooms are constantly refreshed, which means that nothing ever feels old or worn.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The idea was inspired by birds, which often hop from place to place instead of constantly flying, saving them a lot of energy.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of constantly
Adverb
  • Inoue did an initial pass of the sound effect for the beam that allows Ghidorah to throw whole houses up in the air high enough for our favorite eternally tormented, former Kamikaze pilot Kôichi Skikishima (Ryûnosuke Kamiki) to fly past them.
    — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Read on for the real reason behind it as well as how to prevent it for eternally fresh pillows.
    — Barbara Zito, Martha Stewart, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of eternally
Adverb
  • These plants grow perennially from zones 4 to 9 and can be easily overwintered in most areas.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Even after years of creative stagnation, a hiatus, and, tragically, the death of Takeoff, in 2022, Migos had already cemented themselves as cultural icons perennially synonymous with everything cool.
    — Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of perennially
Adverb
  • Volunteers also reported that Basabe continually directed the speaker toward them even after Miami Beach code compliance officers told him that its volume exceeded the city’s noise limit.
    — Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Living organisms continually release gases such as oxygen and methane into the atmosphere.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of continually
Adverb
  • Its Longevity Method is based on five steps, assess, understand, personalize, intervene, and continuously monitor.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The ornamental herb thrives in USDA Zones 4 to 8 and can flower continuously throughout summer, while fending off deer and attracting pollinators.
    — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of continuously

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