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
While Michael Garcia, the court's only Republican, is its most conservative member, rulings often reflect a mix of judicial philosophies rather than strict partisan divides.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Commercial and recreational fishing are threats to the sharks, and they’re often targeted for their fins.
—Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Mar. 2025
Mo's mom is an aid worker at a refugee camp in Greece and is often away.
—Malaka Gharib, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025
This was despite the fact that women’s Grand Slam finals often have higher viewership numbers than the men’s finals do.
—Gavriella Epstein-Lightman, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Commercial and recreational fishing are threats to the sharks, and they’re often targeted for their fins.
—Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Mar. 2025
Mo's mom is an aid worker at a refugee camp in Greece and is often away.
—Malaka Gharib, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025
This was despite the fact that women’s Grand Slam finals often have higher viewership numbers than the men’s finals do.
—Gavriella Epstein-Lightman, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for often
Adverb
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Over the past few years, West has also been in the news frequently for reasons unrelated to his music.—
Tatiana Siegel,
Variety,
21 Mar. 2025
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Yet the frequently stunning Music is still, in its way, telling a story suited to its times.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
21 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The weekly specials rotate constantly, which means there's always something new to try. pondicheri.com, 2800 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098 Maximo This newer concept has rightfully gained praise and popularity amongst locals.—
Cynthia J Drake,
Southern Living,
30 Mar. 2025
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On Etna’s north face, young volcanic soil constantly rejuvenates itself, creating an unusual ecosystem.—
Rachel King,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Guadarrama always responded immediately, and repeatedly followed up.—
Adam Iscoe,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2025
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This month alone, the Miami resident has repeatedly been spotted frolicking with boyfriend Joaquim Valente out on the water (many times on private boat trips).—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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One lesson from the anti-CAA protests is that change doesn’t always start at the top.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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And there was always the hope of more feasts ahead.—
Eric Nagourney,
New York Times,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Often.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/often. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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