anywhere

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adverb

any·​where ˈe-nē-ˌ(h)wer 

-(h)wər

1

: at, in, or to any place or point

2

: to any extent : at all

we're not anywhere near to being finished

3

—used as a function word to indicate limits of variation

anywhere from 40 to 60 students

anywhere

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noun

: any place

Examples of anywhere in a Sentence

Adverb

This type of plant can grow just about anywhere.

It's a small camera that you can take practically anywhere.

They gave her permission to go anywhere she wanted to.

This kind of thing could happen anywhere.

You can sit anywhere you like.

He seems to be at home anywhere in the world.

I can't find my keys anywhere.

They produce some of the finest wines made anywhere.

He never walks anywhere. He always drives.

I'll take you anywhere you want to go.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adverb

Portable Monitors These slim screens are an easy way to get more screen real estate anywhere—the coffee shop, office, or home. —Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024

Depending on the quality of hair from the jump, Hafid says a wig can last anywhere from six months to eight years. —Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024

Noun

No terrorist 'anywhere' can escape justice, Biden says Doha Madani Biden said Sinwar's death was good for Israel, the U.S. and the world. —NBC News, 18 Oct. 2024

The go-anywhere vessel is equipped with a diesel-electric propulsion system that enables a cruising speed of 11 knots, a top speed of 13.5 knots, and a range of 4,500 nautical miles. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

Adverb

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing anywhere

• anywhere else
• get anywhere
• get one anywhere
• go anywhere
• lead anywhere
• miles from anywhere

Kids Definition

anywhere

adverb

any·​where

ˈen-ē-ˌ(h)we(ə)r,

-ˌ(h)wa(ə)r

: in, at, or to any place