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always · adverb

/ˈɔːl.weɪz/Full view

always (EVERY TIME)

A1 every time, or at all times

Dictionary example:

I always walk to work.

Learner example:

I always tr[y] to do [my] best, bec[a]use I want to be a good student. (Skills for Life (Entry 1); A1; French)

always (UNTIL NOW)

A2 at all times in the past

Dictionary example:

We've always lived here.

Learner example:

I always wanted a phone with mp3 and bluetooth. (Key English Test; A2; Turkish)

always (FOREVER)

A2 forever

Dictionary example:

I'll always remember you.

Learner example:

That was the best weekend [of] my life. I'll always remember it. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Georgian)

can/could always do sth

B1 used to suggest something

Dictionary example:

You can always stay with us if you miss your train.

Learner example:

Watching them painting is better than seeing their art in any museum, and you can always do some sightseeing through our historical ruins, our mountains or villages. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Spanish)

always (MANY TIMES)

B2 again and again, often in an annoying way

Dictionary example:

He's always losing his keys.

Learner example:

I am always trying to convince my friend Maria of these dangers. (First Certificate in English; B2; Spanish)