Always vs. Regularly — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Always and Regularly
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Always
At all times; on all occasions
The sun always rises in the east
Regularly
With a constant or definite pattern, especially with the same space between individual items
Regularly spaced buildings
Leaves arranged regularly along the stem
Always
As a last resort; failing all else
If the marriage doesn't work out, we can always get divorced
Regularly
At uniform intervals of time
The reunion has taken place regularly every two years
Always
At all times; invariably
Always late.
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Regularly
On a habitual basis; usually
The person who regularly cuts your hair
Always
For all time; forever
They will always be friends.
Regularly
In a way that follows the normal pattern of inflection
A regularly inflected plural noun
Always
At any time; in any event
You can always resign if you're unhappy.
Regularly
Customary, usual, or normal
The train's regular schedule.
Always
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.
Airplanes did not always exist as a form of transportation.
Regularly
Orderly, even, or symmetrical
Regular teeth.
Always
Constantly during a certain period, or regularly at stated intervals (opposed to sometimes or occasionally).
In this street, the shops always close during lunchtime.
Regularly
In conformity with a fixed procedure, principle, or discipline.
Always
(informal) In any event.
I thought I could always go back to work.
Regularly
Well-ordered; methodical
Regular habits.
Always
At all times; ever; perpetually; throughout all time; continually; as, God is always the same.
Even in Heaven his [Mammon's] looks and thoughts.
Regularly
Occurring at fixed intervals; periodic
Regular payments.
Always
Constancy during a certain period, or regularly at stated intervals; invariably; uniformly; - opposed to sometimes or occasionally.
He always rides a black galloway.
Regularly
Having bowel movements or menstrual periods with normal frequency.
Always
At all times; all the time and on every occasion;
I will always be there to help you
Always arrives on time
There is always some pollution in the air
Ever hoping to strike it rich
Ever busy
Regularly
Not varying; constant.
Always
Seemingly without interruption; often and repeatedly;
Always looking for faults
It is always raining
He is forever cracking jokes
They are forever arguing
Regularly
Formally correct; proper.
Always
At any time or in any event;
You can always resign if you don't like it
You could always take a day off
Regularly
Having the required qualifications for an occupation
Not a regular lawyer.
Always
Forever; throughout all time;
We will always be friends
I shall treasure it always
I will always love you
Regularly
(Informal) Complete; thorough
A regular scoundrel.
Regularly
(Informal) Good; nice
A regular guy.
Regularly
(Botany) Having symmetrically arranged parts of similar size and shape
Regular flowers.
Regularly
(Grammar) Conforming to the usual pattern of inflection, derivation, or word formation.
Regularly
(Ecclesiastical) Belonging to a religious order and bound by its rules
The regular clergy.
Regularly
Having equal sides and equal angles. Used of polygons.
Regularly
Having faces that are congruent regular polygons and congruent polyhedral angles. Used of polyhedrons.
Regularly
Belonging to or constituting the permanent army of a nation.
Regularly
(Ecclesiastical) A member of the clergy or of a religious order.
Regularly
A soldier belonging to a regular army.
Regularly
A dependable loyal person
One of the party regulars.
Regularly
A clothing size designed for persons of average height.
Regularly
A habitual customer.
Regularly
With constant frequency or pattern.
We regularly buy lottery tickets from the corner store.
Regularly
Normally; ordinarily.
Noemi decided to dress regularly for the party, instead of going for an outrageous outfit.
Regularly
In a regular manner; in uniform order; methodically; in due order or time.
Regularly
In a regular manner;
Letters arrived regularly from his children
Regularly
Having a regular form;
Regularly shaped objects
Regularly
In a regular way without variation;
Try to breathe evenly
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