Anyway means regardless or helps you return to a topic. Any way means any method or manner. Try replacing the phrase with regardless or any method to see which fits.
See each form in context
- “The path was muddy, but we walked anyway.” We walked despite the mud.
- “Anyway, what time does the next train leave?” The speaker shifts the conversation back to the train.
- “Is there any way to open this window?” The speaker asks whether a method exists.
When to leave a space
In “Arrange the chairs any way you like,” way names the manner of arranging them. In “We arranged the chairs anyway,” the arrangement happened despite an obstacle or objection.
Try it
“Is there ___ to avoid the toll? We’ll make the trip ___.”
Show the answer
Use any way for a possible method and anyway for a trip you’ll make regardless.
See also To vs. Too vs. Two.
