1
: at all times : invariably
always smiling
2
: forever
will love you always
3
: at any rate : in any event
You can always try again if it doesn't work this time.
Examples of always in a Sentence
He always tries, but he doesn't always succeed.
It's always a pleasure to see you.
I can always tell when he's upset.
This area is always filled with tourists.
Things won't always go as planned.
You're always welcome to stay with us.
He has always been a good friend to me.
Life won't always be this easy.
I always thought they'd get married some day, but they never did.
Isn't that what you've always wanted?
Recent Examples on the Web
In spite of close cultural and business ties between the two countries, cooperation between has not always been straightforward due to different financing systems and legislation.
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Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 9 July 2025
My friends at camp loved those and would always ask to read them.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 9 July 2025
Goodbye Static Videos, Hello AI Intelligent Workouts Fitness has always been deeply personal—but fitness content has rarely been able to keep up.
—Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
Most items follow Amazon’s standard return policy, but always check the product page for specific return windows and conditions.
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 9 July 2025
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Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 9 July 2025
My friends at camp loved those and would always ask to read them.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 9 July 2025
Goodbye Static Videos, Hello AI Intelligent Workouts Fitness has always been deeply personal—but fitness content has rarely been able to keep up.
—Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
Most items follow Amazon’s standard return policy, but always check the product page for specific return windows and conditions.
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 9 July 2025
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“Always.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/always. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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1
: at all times : invariably
always ready for a party
2
: throughout all time : forever
I'll remember you always
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