by the day

Example Sentences

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The energy crunch in California is worsening by the day.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

“While every 401k/IRA makes new all-time highs by the day, Healthcare failing to keep pace or even stay in the same game—almost -16% vs. the SPX,” Holz wrote.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

For those operating on the PG side of its border, the odds of making a living as an influencer get slimmer by the day.

From Salon • May 4, 2026

The U.S. says it is degrading Iran’s ability to launch attacks by the day.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

I could see her getting smaller and smaller by the day.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana