determiner
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determiner
1
Used before a singular noun to mean each one of a group, with no exceptions.
"Every student passed the exam."
"She checks every door before leaving the office."
2
Used to show a regular interval or repeating pattern.
"Take one tablet every four hours."
3
Used to emphasize a large amount of something, especially in fixed expressions.
"You have every reason to be proud of yourself."
How to Use Every
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAll of them, one by one, without exception — or, with time words, "each one that comes around" (every day, every third week).
Common mistake
"Every" takes a singular verb: "every child needs love," not "every child need love." Don't confuse with "all," which pairs with plural nouns.
Common pairings
every time
every single one
every other day
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_____ student passed the exam.