as in forever
for all time
we will be eternally grateful for your kind generosity
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Recent Examples of eternally
Effortless and eternally chic, the French bob is defined by its softly undone finish and chin-grazing length.
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Jennifer Hussein, InStyle, 29 Jan. 2026
Sheer deliciousness is eternally relevant.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
For that, his teammates — and the Niners’ massive fan base, most of which did not gain entry into The Linc — will remain eternally grateful.
—Michael Silver, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2026
The voice of Michael Lebow is a reminder, especially as vascular medicine continues to develop, that any true innovation is not one based eternally on new technology but rather based on a deeper understanding of the human need to relieve pain, move, and have a quality existence.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 23 Dec. 2025
The look may have its origins in the late Queen Elizabeth’s loyalty to Essie Ballet Slippers and Catherine, Princess of Wales’s eternally elegant soft nude mani, but it’s being kept alive and well by stars like Victoria Beckham and TikTok creators who just can’t get enough of it.
—Rachel Krause, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2025
Buzz is quirky, idealistic, a little rebellious and eternally devoted to saving the galaxy with heart and innovation.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Nov. 2025
Like the eternally single Zelda, Astoria has laid eggs (unfertilized, of course) in a nest on the ground and refused to abandon them for days at a time, putting her in danger of starvation and at risk of predation from unleashed dogs.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 23 Nov. 2025
However, there are regions of the Moon that actually are eternally dark.
—Big Think, 21 Nov. 2025
Jennifer Hussein, InStyle, 29 Jan. 2026
Sheer deliciousness is eternally relevant.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
For that, his teammates — and the Niners’ massive fan base, most of which did not gain entry into The Linc — will remain eternally grateful.
—Michael Silver, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2026
The voice of Michael Lebow is a reminder, especially as vascular medicine continues to develop, that any true innovation is not one based eternally on new technology but rather based on a deeper understanding of the human need to relieve pain, move, and have a quality existence.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 23 Dec. 2025
The look may have its origins in the late Queen Elizabeth’s loyalty to Essie Ballet Slippers and Catherine, Princess of Wales’s eternally elegant soft nude mani, but it’s being kept alive and well by stars like Victoria Beckham and TikTok creators who just can’t get enough of it.
—Rachel Krause, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2025
Buzz is quirky, idealistic, a little rebellious and eternally devoted to saving the galaxy with heart and innovation.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Nov. 2025
Like the eternally single Zelda, Astoria has laid eggs (unfertilized, of course) in a nest on the ground and refused to abandon them for days at a time, putting her in danger of starvation and at risk of predation from unleashed dogs.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 23 Nov. 2025
However, there are regions of the Moon that actually are eternally dark.
—Big Think, 21 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eternally
Adverb
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Creamy Corn and Macaroni Bake Macaroni and cheese will forever rank as one of the best casseroles for company.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
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That split-second moment that lives on forever.—
Greg Echlin,
NPR,
4 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Edwards said decisions involving a ransom are always up to the family and that the FBI can help provide consultation.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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But being the first to break through the status quo hasn’t always sat comfortably with Edwards, who is keen to be credited not only for the color of her skin but also for her athletic ability.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Last week, the CCPSA announced LaKenya White, a longtime Chicago police misconduct investigator who has overseen COPA on an interim basis since Kersten resigned last year, would be nominated to lead the agency permanently.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2026
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Half of the locations will be closed permanently, while the other 14 will be converted into other Darden Restaurants eateries.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Eternally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eternally. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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