any Definition
- 1used to refer to one or some of a thing or number of things, no matter how much or many
- 2used to indicate a choice or possibility
- 3used to emphasize a comparative
Using any: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "any" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Do you have any money?
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Any child would love that toy.
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I'll take any color except for green.
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You can choose any book from the library.
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I don't have any plans for the weekend.
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He can play any instrument he picks up.
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She's not any taller than her sister.
any Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with any
Example
The baby is due any day now.
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The bus should be here any minute now.
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You can call me any time you need help.
Origins of any
from Old English 'ǣnig'
Summary: any in Brief
The word 'any' [ˈɛni] is a versatile term used to refer to one or some of a thing or number of things, no matter how much or many. It can also indicate a choice or possibility, as in 'You can choose any book from the library.' 'Any' is often used in phrases like 'any day now,' which means very soon, and 'any time,' which means whenever. 'Any' has no antonyms, but it can be used comparatively, as in 'She's not any taller than her sister.'