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as in serial
appearing in parts or numbers that follow regularly
the long novel was filmed for television as an episodic movie that was shown over the course of five evenings
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as in sporadic
lacking in steadiness or regularity of occurrence
malaria is characterized by episodic attacks of chills and fever that coincide with mass destruction of blood cells
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Recent Examples of episodic
The company is also developing several episodic series, including one set in India.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Dec. 2024
Water Tower Color launches with a trio of color grading stages, four finishing suites for movies or episodic work) and dailies suites.
—Carolyn Giardina, Variety, 27 Nov. 2024
There has been no Back episodic order for that show yet.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 21 Nov. 2024
After nearly 100 feature-length films, four TV series and countless episodic guest star roles, Englund is now directing as well as acting, and exploring the world of reality TV and internet programming as well as providing voice-overs for games and animation.
—Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 8 Nov. 2024
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Dec. 2024
Water Tower Color launches with a trio of color grading stages, four finishing suites for movies or episodic work) and dailies suites.
—Carolyn Giardina, Variety, 27 Nov. 2024
There has been no Back episodic order for that show yet.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 21 Nov. 2024
After nearly 100 feature-length films, four TV series and countless episodic guest star roles, Englund is now directing as well as acting, and exploring the world of reality TV and internet programming as well as providing voice-overs for games and animation.
—Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 8 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for episodic
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But the most sinister aspect of the movie, to me, is how banal its serial rapists are—how corny and ineffectual, these cringeworthy failsons.Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 6 Dec. 2024
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Richard Ramirez, one of the most prolific and violent serial killers in American history—has attracted more than his fair share of fangirls.Emma Specter, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
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The friends exchanged sporadic texts over subsequent months but never saw each other in person after that.Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Such an approach to celebration helps create a sustainable culture where innovation thrives continuously rather than in sporadic bursts.Alain Hunkins, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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Hegseth and his supporters have defended his resume, which includes degrees from Princeton and Harvard and intermittent service over 20 years in the Army National Guard, which included tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, achieving the rank of major, and advocating for veterans.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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Like other parts of the home, toilets need intermittent repairs, especially to their valves, gaskets, and flanges—not to mention the occasional toilet unclogging.Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2024
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Whatever your choice, preparation and recovery are key to maintaining healthy skin while enjoying occasional drinks (or not), Dr. Kohli concludes.Sanjana Ray, Glamour, 12 Dec. 2024
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Steinem has long-term plans to make her home a place where women can gather for discussion and occasional refuge.Sarah Medford, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
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This folding and physical change then produces the irregular geometric patterns in the head scales as the crocodile grows in a distinctly different way.Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 Dec. 2024
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Common symptoms include irregular periods, weight gain, extra hair growth, and emotional challenges.Brandi Jones, MSN-Ed, Health, 8 Dec. 2024
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If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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At the time, Variety reported the sudden move was likely a way for Warner Bros. Discovery to cut streaming-content costs.Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 14 Dec. 2024
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“Episodic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/episodic. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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