*Everytime or Every Time | Meaning, Definition & Spelling

Every time is an adverbial phrase meaning “each time” or “without exception.”

“Everytime,” written without a space, is sometimes used instead of every time. However, this is incorrect and should be avoided.

Examples: Everytime and every time in a sentence

  • Everytime we meet, you ask me to do you a favor.
  • Every time we meet, you ask me to do you a favor.
  • Lia gets bored everytime she goes to the theater.
  • Lia gets bored every time she goes to the theater.
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Every single time

Every single time is a more emphatic version of “every time.” In this phrase, “single” functions as an intensifier that emphasizes how often something occurs.

    Examples: Every single time in a sentenceEvery single time Bill visits, he eats all the food.

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