always

UK /ˈɔːl.weɪz/ US /ˈɔləs/
adv 3

Definitions

adv

1

At all times; throughout all time; since the beginning.

God is always the same.

Green has always been my favorite color. I’ve loved it for as long as I can remember.

2

Constantly during a certain period, or regularly at stated intervals (opposed to sometimes or occasionally).

In this street, the shops always close during lunchtime.

His liveries are black,—his carriage is black,—he always rides a black galloway,—and, faith, if he ever marry again, I think he will show his respect to the sainted Maria by marrying a black woman.

3

if necessary, or if there is no better option; in any event.

I thought I could always go back to work.

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