*Everytime or Every Time | Meaning, Definition & Spelling
Every time is an adverbial phrase meaning ‘each time’ or ‘without exception’.
‘Everytime’, written without a space, is sometimes used instead of every time. However, this is incorrect and should be avoided.
Every single time
Every single time is a more emphatic version of ‘every time’. In this phrase, ‘single’ functions as an intensifier that emphasises how often something occurs.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a synonym for ‘every time’?
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Some synonyms and near synonyms of every time include:
- Each time
- Whenever
- Without exception
- Is ‘everytime’ a word?
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‘Everytime’ is sometimes used to mean ‘each time’ or ‘whenever’. However, this is incorrect and should be avoided. The correct phrase is every time (two words).
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