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whatever pronoun [ wɒtˈɛvə ]

• used to emphasize a lack of restriction in referring to any thing or amount, no matter what.
• "do whatever you like"

whatever pronoun

• used for emphasis instead of ‘what’ in questions, typically expressing surprise or confusion.
• "whatever is the matter?"

whatever adverb

• at all; of any kind (used for emphasis).
• "they received no help whatever"
• no matter what happens.
• "we told him we'd back him whatever"

whatever exclamation

• said as a response indicating a reluctance to discuss something, often implying indifference.
• "‘I'll call you later.’ I shrugged. ‘Whatever.’"

or whatever

• or anything similar.
"use chopped herbs, nuts, garlic, or whatever"



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