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whenever

[hwen-, wen-ev-er, hwuhn-, wuhn-] / ʰwɛn-, wɛnˈɛv ər, ʰwən-, wən- /
CONJUNCTION
at whatever time
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“The longer the supply disruption lasts, the more vulnerable the oil market should be and, in theory, face greater upward volatility whenever de-escalation hopes aren’t fulfilled,” wrote ING analyst Francesco Pesole in a research note.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

A quiet exit from the big stage, whenever it might come, seems unlikely.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

According to Reveles, Simmon would often disguise himself whenever he ventured outside the home, wearing elaborate costumes ranging from clown outfits to women’s clothing in an effort to avoid public attention.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

If the Justices lose control of their docket, they’ll have more incentive to take big legal swings whenever a controversial topic comes up, because who knows when—or if—it will arise again?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Dad takes Main Street through the center of Oakview, past the bakery where he used to pick up M&M cookies the size of my face whenever someone had something to celebrate.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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