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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Still, the legislative session frequently goes past the target end date as lawmakers negotiate over the final details of bills and the state budget. Stephen Gruber-Miller, Des Moines Register, 9 Jan. 2026 To the contrary, though the film is frequently funny, Brewer takes their ambitions and reversals seriously. Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2026 When this happens, visibilities frequently drop to one-quarter of a mile or less. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026 The Knicks went from playing a free-flowing, up-tempo, equal-opportunity offense to one where Brunson would frequently use the game’s opening possessions for himself. Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 8 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 10 Jan. 2026.

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