as in always
on every relevant occasion
their slacker son invariably gives the same response to the questions about his career plans
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Recent Examples of invariably
Family dynamics have frequently been at the heart of Koreeda’s films, invariably distinguished by his exceptional direction of children.
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David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Measures seen as defensive in Tokyo or Manila are invariably interpreted in Beijing as offensive—reinforcing, rather than easing, cycles of suspicion.
—Yu Jie, Time, 13 May 2026
That invariably served to clear the room.
—Mark Bradley For The Ajc, AJC.com, 9 May 2026
For audiences, the echo chamber that develops in the villas can seem debilitating to a possible reconciliation, but Walberg says that there are invariably a few authentic souls whose support is sincere rather than a tactic to get them into mischief.
—Todd Gilchrist, IndieWire, 7 May 2026
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David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Measures seen as defensive in Tokyo or Manila are invariably interpreted in Beijing as offensive—reinforcing, rather than easing, cycles of suspicion.
—Yu Jie, Time, 13 May 2026
That invariably served to clear the room.
—Mark Bradley For The Ajc, AJC.com, 9 May 2026
For audiences, the echo chamber that develops in the villas can seem debilitating to a possible reconciliation, but Walberg says that there are invariably a few authentic souls whose support is sincere rather than a tactic to get them into mischief.
—Todd Gilchrist, IndieWire, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for invariably
Adverb
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The cocktails change regularly, and there’s always a weekly special such as the recent Trance Dance featuring apple, cinnamon, gingerbread, and rum.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Sure, long tips wrapped around an icy cocktail glass will always exude summer elegance—but don’t count short nails out.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
4 June 2026
Adverb
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Despite some criticism directed at her mother in the comments, Allie says the exchange reflects a woman constantly juggling responsibilities rather than someone intentionally being difficult.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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People are constantly trying to belittle you.—
Paul Tenorio,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
Adverb
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What ultimately distinguishes this new tier is the seamless cohesion of the journey, where recognition feels instinctive and personalized and appreciation is consistently and thoughtfully delivered at every touchpoint of the travel journey.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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Since 2006, the one-star Michelin restaurant Pur’ has been run by Jean-François Roquette and has consistently offered a creative and memorable dining experience in a city full of them.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
Adverb
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The song amplifies what makes the album such a captivating listen, as Vandal pulls from across her varied experiences and tastes to continually push back against sonic expectations.—
Erica Campbell,
Pitchfork,
1 June 2026
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And although the Bill of Rights came soon after, ever since the First Amendment was ratified, Americans have had to continually, sometimes aggressively, insist on their right to free expression in the face of political pressure.—
Adrienne LaFrance,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
Adverb
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The immediate illness known as Teflon flu is usually short-term, but PFAS exposure is part of a larger health debate.—
Ryan Brennan
June 2,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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SMRs are usually designed to be mass-produced and shipped to sites for faster and cheaper installation than traditional reactors, which often take over a decade to come online.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
Adverb
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The visit will be Xi’s first to North Korea since 2019, and the latest overture from Beijing to warm a historical but often complicated relationship with its neighbor.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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Experts recommend that women have an annual gynecology visit, which often includes a pelvic exam, and a Pap smear once every three years, depending on age and risk factors.—
Wendy Naugle,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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“Invariably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invariably. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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