as in frequently
many times
I seem to stumble often when I try to walk in high heels
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Recent Examples of often
Residents in these structures (often women) would sometimes appear in those windows and dump scalding water on the unhappy officials.
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Joseph Thorndike, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Along with the sound of the protesters outside, the courtroom was often filled with the sound of sneezing and coughing (a case of bronchitis was going around), and with the sound of death.
—Adam Iscoe, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Handling finances after a family member passes is often a testy proposition.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2024
Where each homicide has occurred so far in 2024 (through Dec. 7)
Sources: City of Chicago, Tribune reporting
Chicago’s homicide victims in 2024 are often young, Black and male.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 9 Dec. 2024
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Joseph Thorndike, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Along with the sound of the protesters outside, the courtroom was often filled with the sound of sneezing and coughing (a case of bronchitis was going around), and with the sound of death.
—Adam Iscoe, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Handling finances after a family member passes is often a testy proposition.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2024
Where each homicide has occurred so far in 2024 (through Dec. 7)
Sources: City of Chicago, Tribune reporting
Chicago’s homicide victims in 2024 are often young, Black and male.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 9 Dec. 2024
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What Are the Long-Term Implications for Indonesia? Indonesia, an archipelago with 17,000 islands, frequently faces seasonal rainfall from October to March, which leads to flooding and landslides.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Taylor Swift's generosity also deserves admiration Swift’s altruism is frequently tagged as a reason for respect and admiration, even from those with a cursory interest in her.Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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Here’s who reimagined the character as a clever but underestimated woman Sept. 5, 2024 Bates has particularly relished the opportunity to play the double life of her character, who is constantly three steps ahead of those around her.Max Gao, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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Of course, should everything go well, the payoff stands to be huge for Netflix, which is constantly seeking to combat stagnation and market saturation.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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The 55-year-old music mogul has repeatedly been denied bail since his arrest in September.Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 7 Dec. 2024
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The Food and Drug Administration has also repeatedly warned about the risks of drinking raw milk in general.Dani Blum, New York Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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According to a league source, the White Sox were always focused on acquiring prospects and that Casas and Abreu were never seriously discussed as anchors of the deal as Chicago focuses on a long-term rebuild.Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Celebrating Christmas without her beloved gran is always a challenge, but this year Molly’s boyfriend Juan intends to make the season bright.Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Often.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/often. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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