as always

phrase

—used to say that something was expected because it always happens
As always, dinner was delicious.
Your children, as always, were very well-behaved.

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There are, as always, logical explanations for such a phenomenon. — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 26 Sep. 2026 While the judging panel may be different, the theme of the first week is the same as always. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2026 Their show concept was, as always, cool, unexpected and very original. — Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026 The British star was photographed collecting the honor in the Swiss city on Thursday night, dressed — as always — pretty impeccably. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for as always

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“As always.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20always. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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