invariably

adverb

in·​vari·​ably (ˌ)in-ˈver-ē-ə-blē How to pronounce invariably (audio)
: on every occasion : always
invariably late

Examples of invariably in a Sentence

their slacker son invariably gives the same response to the questions about his career plans
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Your guide will lead you to the attraction at hand — invariably an ancient temple — and then tell you about it. Marla Jo Fisher, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025 The thousands of attendees — who came mostly in the suggested black tie, along with some in not-nearly-so-black tie-dye — were there for the charity but also to charitably treat themselves to what almost invariably turns out to be one of the finest all-star concerts of the year. Chris Willman, Variety, 1 Feb. 2025 Ironic attempts at wit from those nearby invariably followed: ‘Bloody hell, Diego’s put on some timber!’ Diego Carlos the Adonis and Diego Carlos the defender, who has now left Aston Villa for Turkey’s Fenerbahce, were contrasts. Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025 The folks in charge — from conference commissioners, university presidents and athletic directors to district court judges, media executives and antitrust attorneys — invariably want the best for their constituents. Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for invariably 

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of invariably was in 1646

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“Invariably.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/invariably. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.

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invariably

adverb
in·​vari·​ably (ˈ)in-ˈver-ē-ə-blē How to pronounce invariably (audio)
-ˈvar-
: on every occasion : always
invariably late

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