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alwaysness

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Alwaysness (noun) means the quality of carrying on without end; a lasting, permanent continuity.

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The quality of carrying on without end; a lasting, permanent continuity.

"This sense of “alwaysness” is reproduced by the group in question through shared rememberings, notably the telling ofstories, an activity in which both women and men participate." — Nancy Cook, Gender Relations in Global Perspective (2007)

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Made up of always and -ness.

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"alwaysness" (noun) means the quality of carrying on without end; a lasting, permanent continuity.