periodically
adverb
pe·ri·od·i·cal·ly
ˌpir-ē-ˈä-di-k(ə-)lē 
1
: at regular intervals of time
2
: from time to time : frequently
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They should be cleaned periodically and replaced every one to two years.
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Cody Godwin, USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026
These next waves in our economy happen periodically in a growing economy.
—March 8, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
San Diego County military bases have failed to provide proper shelter and care for many of their working canines, periodically exposing the dogs to extreme weather and potential infections, according to a new report by the Inspector General of the Department of Defense.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
Anyone with siblings, particularly those somewhat close in age, knows spats periodically happen.
—Colby Gordon, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
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Cody Godwin, USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026
These next waves in our economy happen periodically in a growing economy.
—March 8, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
San Diego County military bases have failed to provide proper shelter and care for many of their working canines, periodically exposing the dogs to extreme weather and potential infections, according to a new report by the Inspector General of the Department of Defense.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
Anyone with siblings, particularly those somewhat close in age, knows spats periodically happen.
—Colby Gordon, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for periodically
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“Periodically.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/periodically. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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