anyways

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Definition

Adverb: 1. Used to introduce a statement that supports, explains, or contrasts with a previous point, or to resume after an interruption: It signals a transition, continuation, or conclusion in conversation or writing, often implying the previous point is less important or to return to the main topic. 2. Used to conclude or summarize a discussion: It can indicate that the speaker is moving to a final point or dismissing previous details. 3. (Informal) A variant of 'anyway': It carries the same core meanings but is often considered more informal or colloquial.

Usage
  • Use anyways to change the subject, add a supporting or contrasting point, or return to the main topic after a digression.
  • It is frequently used at the beginning of a sentence or clause.
  • Note: In formal writing, anyway is generally preferred. Anyways is common in casual speech and informal writing.
Examples
  • Supporting/Explaining a previous point:
    • I know the movie got bad reviews. Anyways, I still want to see it for myself.
    • It's too late to go out now. Anyways, I'm feeling pretty tired.
  • Resuming after an interruption or digression:
    • So, as I was saying before we got off track... anyways, the project deadline is next Friday.
  • Concluding or summarizing:
    • We could try the Italian place or the new sushi restaurant. Anyways, we need to decide soon.
Advanced Usage
  • "But anyways...": A common colloquial phrase used to dismiss a previous topic or tangent and refocus the conversation.
    • He started telling me about his car troubles for like twenty minutes. But anyways, what were you saying about your trip?
Variants and Related Words
  • Anyway (adverb): The standard, more formal variant with identical core meanings.
    • Formal Preference: "The data was inconclusive. Anyway, we proceeded with the plan."
  • Anyhow (adverb): A close synonym, also informal.
  • In any case (phrase): A more formal synonym.
  • At any rate (phrase): A more formal synonym.
Synonyms
  • Anyway
  • Anyhow
  • In any case
  • At any rate
  • Regardless
  • Nevertheless (for contrasting points)
Related Phrases
  • Be that as it may: A formal phrase used to acknowledge a point before introducing a contrasting one.
  • To get back to the point: A phrase used to explicitly resume the main topic.
Notes on Usage
  • Formality: Anyways is predominantly used in informal, spoken English. In academic, professional, or formal written contexts, anyway, in any case, or nevertheless are more appropriate choices.
  • Regional Variation: Its use is widespread in informal American and Canadian English. Some style guides and grammarians consider it nonstandard, favoring anyway.
Adverb
  1. used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement; anyhow, they're quiet"; anyway, it's gone"; in any case, there was a brief scuffle"
    • Anyhow, he is dead now
    • I think they're asleep
    • I don't know what happened to it
    • anyway, there is another factor to consider
    • I don't know how it started
    • in any event, the government faced a serious protest
    • but at any rate he got a knighthood for it

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