Anyway vs. Anyhow

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  • Anyway (adverb)

    Regardless; anyhow. from 19th c.

    “He didn’t enjoy washing his car, but it was so dirty that he did it anyway.”

  • Anyway (adverb)

    Used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement. See anyhow and at least. from 19th c.

    “I don’t think that’s true. I haven’t found any evidence, anyway.”

  • Anyway (adverb)

    Used to indicate a change of subject.

  • Anyway (adverb)

    In any way. 16th-19th c.

  • Anyhow (adverb)

    In any way or manner whatever.

  • Anyhow (adverb)

    In any case. Used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement.

    “Anyhow, he is dead now.”

    “I think they’re asleep; anyhow, they’re quiet.”

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