every second
phrase
1
: every two
—used to indicate that a repeated activity happens or is done once in two periods
We elect a mayor every second year.
The fair is held every second year.
2
: every moment
I enjoyed every second of her visit.
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As the parent of a teenager who played four years of center field in DCIAA baseball, and loved every second of it, this hits home.
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David Aldridge,
New York Times,
4 July 2026
The Thrones franchise has always had an absurd ability to recruit from a deep pool of British performers with shelves full of Oliviers, Tonys, and BAFTAs for a tiny gig, and Beale makes every second count.
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Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
29 June 2026
Apple Martin is soaking up every second the summer season has to offer.
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Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
29 June 2026
Modern systems require real-time response, customer expectations demand instant reliability and competitive pressure means every second of downtime is revenue at risk.
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Andi Mann,
Forbes.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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David Aldridge,
New York Times,
4 July 2026
The Thrones franchise has always had an absurd ability to recruit from a deep pool of British performers with shelves full of Oliviers, Tonys, and BAFTAs for a tiny gig, and Beale makes every second count.
—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
29 June 2026
Apple Martin is soaking up every second the summer season has to offer.
—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
29 June 2026
Modern systems require real-time response, customer expectations demand instant reliability and competitive pressure means every second of downtime is revenue at risk.
—
Andi Mann,
Forbes.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Every second.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/every%20second. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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