Synonyms of frequentlynext
: at frequent or short intervals
the list is updated frequently

Examples of frequently in a Sentence

our oddball uncle frequently lets himself into our house without knocking
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But across this wolf may cry, her breathy delivery becomes so uniform that longing, frustration, and romantic desperation frequently sound indistinguishable. — Precious Fondren, Pitchfork, 6 Nov. 2026 As is the case in its sister hotel Villa la Coste, a dizzying array of frequently changing contemporary artworks are displayed to distracting effect throughout. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026 Meanwhile, human rights groups accuse Ankara of dismissing environmental concerns and frequently arresting activists. — ABC News, 5 Nov. 2026 However, after the first month of treatment, there was an observable difference in how frequently the PMDD patients reported anxiety symptoms. — IEEE Spectrum, 5 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frequently

Word History

Etymology

see frequent entry 2

First Known Use

1531, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of frequently was in 1531

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“Frequently.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frequently. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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