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    Expressing at any time with 随时 (suíshí)

    Frequency & Habit
    Time Expressions

    Structure

    随时 + Verb

    Explanation

    The adverb 随时 (suíshí) means "at any time" or "at all times." It indicates that something can happen or is being done at any moment without restriction. For example, 随时警惕 means "to be vigilant at all times."

    Examples

    • 如果有问题,你可以随时给我打电话。

      Rúguǒ yǒu wèntí, nǐ kěyǐ suíshí gěi wǒ dǎ diànhuà.

      If there are any problems, you can call me anytime.

    • 这条路上随时可能有野生动物出没。

      Zhè tiáo lù shàng suíshí kěnéng yǒu yěshēng dòngwù chūmò.

      Wild animals could appear on this road at any time.

    • 手机要随时保持开机,公司可能会找你。

      Shǒujī yào suíshí bǎochí kāijī, gōngsī kěnéng huì zhǎo nǐ.

      Keep your phone on at all times; the company might need to reach you.

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