every once in a while

idiom

: sometimes but not often : from time to time : occasionally
We still see each other every once in a while.

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But every once in a while, these trends serve as a bridge to creating some truly wonderful bonding moments. Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 29 Dec. 2024 Above all, practice self-compassion—and don't forget to give yourself a break every once in a while. Libby Ryan, Parents, 20 Dec. 2024 There are fish tanks, giant trees and large animatronic butterflies flapping their wings and a thunderstorm that rumbles through every once in a while. Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 27 Nov. 2024 While these larger-than-life inflatables often glide along without a hitch, every once in a while, something goes awry due to wind, rain, snow or even a pesky street sign. Kate Hogan, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for every once in a while 

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“Every once in a while.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/every%20once%20in%20a%20while. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

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