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whenever (1. at any time that; on any occasion that • You can ask for help whenever you need it. 2. every time that • Whenever she comes, she brings a friend. • The roof leaks whenever it rains. • We try to help whenever possible. 3. used when the time when something happens is not important • ‘When do you need it by?' ‘Saturday or Sunday. Whenever.' • It's not urgent– we can do it next week or whenever. OALD Alexander Demidov); every time (We are going down the line of saying we cannot always send a police officer every time people ring in. There is a risk every time an engine goes out but only sending one is a gamble. OD Alexander Demidov) |
