Ubiquitous

usgb/juːˈbɪkwɪtəs/
adjective

Found everywhere or being present everywhere at the same time.

Smartphones are now ubiquitous all over the world.
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Often appears as...

  • ubiquitous technology
  • ubiquitous presence
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Overused Phrase

Be cautious not to overuse 'ubiquitous'. It's powerful when describing something truly widespread, but loses impact if used too much.

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Calling coffee ubiquitous is fair, but calling my favorite book ubiquitous exaggerates its popularity.
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Modern Context

'Ubiquitous' is often used for modern technology or trends that have become extremely common in our daily lives.

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With the internet, access to information has become ubiquitous.
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Time Indicator

The word 'ubiquitous' implies that something is everywhere during a specific period, not necessarily permanently.

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During the holiday season, festive decorations are ubiquitous in the city.
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