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whenever

[hwen-, wen-ev-er, hwuhn-, wuhn-] / ʰwɛn-, wɛnˈɛv ər, ʰwən-, wən- /
CONJUNCTION
at whatever time
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“The longer the supply disruption lasts, the more vulnerable the oil market should be and, in theory, face greater upward volatility whenever de-escalation hopes aren’t fulfilled,” wrote ING analyst Francesco Pesole in a research note.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Isak suffered a severe fractured ankle and fibula in December and, by the latter stages of the season, Liverpool were unwilling to risk him whenever he picked up minor concerns.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

If the Justices lose control of their docket, they’ll have more incentive to take big legal swings whenever a controversial topic comes up, because who knows when—or if—it will arise again?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

“Feeling great, so just ready to go whenever my number is called.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

“And I know that we’ve just met, so maybe you don’t trust me. But I’m here to talk whenever you need to and I might even be able to help.”

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste




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