What does as ever mean?

"As ever" is a phrase that means "as always" or "in the usual way." It's used to emphasize that something is consistent or typical.

Here are some examples:

* "As ever, she was the first to arrive at the party." This means that she always arrives early.

* "He's been a great friend, as ever." This means he's always been a good friend.

* "As ever, the weather is unpredictable." This means the weather is always unpredictable.

The phrase "as ever" is often used in a slightly formal or literary way.