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perpetually

[per-pech-oo-uh-lee] / pərˈpɛtʃ u ə li /


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It seems officiating is perpetually in the spotlight and the focus of critical debate.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Women the Justice Department once regarded as potential Epstein co-conspirators have now been deemed victims, and are thus entitled to have records perpetually concealed at their request.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

“Speed is your friend,” said Ro, whose face is perpetually creased by a smile.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

Because we never got over the rejection we suffered from our first crush, for instance, we now perpetually worry that our spouse is about to leave us.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

His themes were not pride and love at all, though he used the words perpetually; as he used them they meant self-praise and hate.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin