every which way

adverb

Synonyms of every which way next

: in every direction

: in a disorderly manner : irregularly

toys scattered about every which way

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There’s poles poking out every which way, and both cylinders look equally daunting, but Theo is too hot and hunky to make it through, meaning Bananas gets his second elimination victory of the season. —

Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024 Her skin is grey and cracked, her hair is sticking every which way, and she’s got a feral air about her. —

Katie Campione, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2024 The Wildcats rebounded from a 38-9 pounding at BYU by besting Oklahoma State by three touchdowns while the Buffaloes were impressive every which way in a 48-21 victory at UCF. —

Tom Layberger, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024 Eggplant, teal, and mustard jersey was torn, ripped, and cut, then draped, safety-pinned, and knotted every which way around the body; straight-leg trousers came pin-striped, and dresses slinky. —

Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 17 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for every which way

Word History

Etymology

probably by folk etymology from Middle English everich way every way

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler

The first known use of every which way was in 1820

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“Every which way.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/every%20which%20way. Accessed 20 Nov. 2024.

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