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Region: General | Usage example: She works day in, day out without interruption

Day in, day out

Meaning

Continuously, every day over a long period

Usage

Used to describe long-standing routines

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Simple repetition describing the passage of days

Used in diaries and reports for centuries

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