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ever
01
at any point in time
Examples
If ever you need help, just call me.
Nothing ever scared her, not even thunderstorms.
1.1
used to show emphasis when making comparisons
Examples
After the training, she was running faster than ever.
The company 's profits are higher than ever this quarter.
02
at all times without exception
FormalExamples
He was ever the optimist, even in difficult times.
She remained ever faithful to her principles.
03
progressively more over time
Examples
The patient 's condition grew ever more concerning.
We 're spending ever larger amounts on healthcare.
04
in any possible way or to any degree
Examples
Can they ever recover from this financial loss?
Nothing will ever compare to our wedding day.
05
used to show surprise or disbelief when combined with question words
Examples
How ever did you manage to finish so quickly?
What ever possessed you to try skydiving?
06
used as an intensive to emphasize adjectives
Examples
Was he ever surprised when he saw the birthday party!
Did she ever look gorgeous in that red dress!
