frequently

adverb

fre·​quent·​ly ˈfrē-kwənt-lē How to pronounce frequently (audio)
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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The women have frequently shared their custom dirty soda orders and helped catapult the once-niche drink, often guzzled from 44-ounce mega cups, into the spotlight. Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2026 The roots of the crisis lie in the president’s frequently expressed disdain for alliances — NATO in particular. Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2026 When this happens, visibilities frequently drop to one-quarter of a mile or less. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 26 Jan. 2026 But niceness is frequently a response to risk, not comfort. Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 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 1 Feb. 2026.

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