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any
01
used to refer to an unspecified quantity or number, especially in questions or negatives
Examples
I do n't have any idea what he's talking about.
Did you bring any snacks with you?
02
used to say that it does not matter which individual or amount from a group is chosen or referred to
Examples
You may sit in any chair you like.
This ticket grants access at any time of the day.
2.1
used to stress that a specific or remarkable instance of something is being referred to
Examples
That was n't just any book, it was signed by the author.
He 's not any doctor; he's the best heart surgeon in the city.
any
01
used to refer to an unspecified amount or number of something
Examples
Someone offered me a cookie, but I did n't want any.
I checked the shelves, but there were n't any left.
02
used to indicate any one or more things selected from a known set or class
Examples
The problem could be caused by any of these factors.
Any of the options would work fine for the project.
any
01
to a small or noticeable amount, used to emphasize a negative or interrogative statement
Examples
He did n't seem any happier after the meeting.
Is this any better than before?
1.1
to no degree, amount, or effect
Examples
The new policy did not improve productivity any.
His explanation did n't clarify the issue any.
