on a daily basis — every day; as a regular daily routine
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: every day; as a regular daily routine
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɑːn ə ˈdeɪli ˈbeɪsɪs/
Example Sentences
- My cat judges my life choices on a daily basis from her throne (the windowsill).
- The team meets on a daily basis to discuss project progress.
- I question my decision to become an adult on a daily basis.
on a daily basis
NOUN[/ɑːn ə ˈdeɪli ˈbeɪsɪs/]
every day; as a regular daily routine
She waters her balcony plants on a daily basis, rain or shine.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
This phrase combines Latin 'basis' (foundation, base) with Old French 'daily' (occurring every day). The expression developed to mean 'on a recurring foundation,' describing something that happens with regular, everyday frequency.
Breakdown
daily (from Old French 'dailai,' meaning occurring every day) + basis (from Latin 'basis,' meaning foundation or base). Together they form a compound phrase indicating a recurring, foundational frequency of occurrence.
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📝Examples
“My cat judges my life choices on a daily basis from her throne (the windowsill).”
“The team meets on a daily basis to discuss project progress.”
“I question my decision to become an adult on a daily basis.”
“The company monitors its sales figures on a daily basis.”
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