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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In his talks with employees, Provost frequently cites those same Chinese manufacturers as an example for the kind of agility and efficiency Renault should aspire to, said the people, who asked not to be named because the discussions are private. Albertina Torsoli, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026 According to a former fireworks dealer who frequently purchased at the San Jose storage facility before the 2023 fire, Chee and Devastating Pyrotechnics supplied the vast majority of the fireworks sold there. Joe Rubin, Sacbee.com, 9 Mar. 2026 When this happens, visibilities frequently drop to one-quarter of a mile or less. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 9 Mar. 2026 Providing energy at the lowest possible cost and supporting financial assistance programs are most frequently cited as top priorities, while addressing climate goals ranks last. Editorial, Boston Herald, 9 Mar. 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 14 Mar. 2026.

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