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Every

UK /["/ˈevri/"]/US /["/ˈevri/"]/

Definition

used with singular nouns to refer to all the members of a group of things or people

In simple words: all the things in a group without exception

Examples

  • Every student in the class passed the exam.
  • She visits her grandmother every Sunday.
  • Every year, we go on a family vacation.
  • Every little thing counts when you are trying to save money.

Usage notes

Use 'every' when referring to each individual item in a group. It's not used with plural nouns or uncountable nouns. For example, it's correct to say 'every student,' but not 'every students.'

Grammar pattern

every + singular noun

Memory hint

Remember 'every' starts with 'e' for 'each' — think of every tiny piece in a puzzle.

Collocations

  • every day
  • every month
  • every time

Synonyms

  • each
  • every single
  • all

Antonyms

  • none

Common mistakes

  • Using 'every' with plural nouns like 'every students.'
  • Confusing 'every' with 'all' especially in non-count situations.
  • Omitting the singular noun after 'every.'