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an⋅y⋅how

[en-ee-hou]
–adverb
1. in any way whatever.
2. in any case; at all events.
3. in a careless manner; haphazardly.

Origin:
1730–40; any + how
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an·y·how   (ěn'ē-hou')   
adv.  
  1. In whatever way or manner; however: I'll cook it anyhow you like. They came anyhow they could—by boat, train, or plane.

  2. In a careless way; haphazardly: clothes stuffed anyhow into the suitcase.

    1. In any case; at least: I think they're asleep; anyhow, they're quiet.

    2. Nevertheless: It sounds crazy, but I believe it anyhow.

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