now and then

adverb

: from time to time : occasionally

now and then we go off to the country

Synonyms

• sometimes
• occasionally
• every now and then
• from time to time
• at times

Examples of now and then in a Sentence

we do go to the library now and then, but not as often as we should

Recent Examples on the Web

Every now and then, Platonic leans a bit too hard on scenes where Will and Sylvia panic and begin screaming at each other about their latest catastrophe. —Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 6 Aug. 2025

Greg McBride, chief financial analyst for Bankrate.com, said an interest rate cut in September isn't certain and remains highly dependent on economic data between now and then. —Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 31 July 2025

Part of homeownership is embracing the clogs that happen every now and then, but there are a few prevention tips to follow that keeps your pipes clog-free. —Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 26 July 2025

Unlike the name, the concept is fascinating, which is why Honk answers questions like yours every now and then, Kerry. —Jim Radcliffe, Oc Register, 25 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for now and then

• businessmen
• councilmen
• henequen
• julienne
• madeleine
• middlemen
• minutemen
• motormen
• patrolmen
• repairmen
• saracen
• signalmen