regularly

adverb

reg·​u·​lar·​ly ˈre-gyə-lər-lē How to pronounce regularly (audio)
ˈre-gyər-lē
ˈre-gyə-lē
also ˈrā-
Synonyms of regularlynext
1
: in a regular manner
2
: on a regular basis : at regular intervals

Examples of regularly in a Sentence

The sales team meets regularly. We go to church regularly. She goes out to dinner quite regularly.
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Investigators found evidence of horse and human prints in the dirt as well as reviews on popular hiking websites showing people did regularly access the area. Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 25 June 2026 Ortega, who lives in the neighborhood, regularly passes businesses that have temporarily shuttered because of the fire. Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026 Too much of it can cause brain damage, and pediatricians must regularly check for bilirubin in newborns to measure the severity of the jaundice and determine whether the child needs treatment. Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 24 June 2026 The fencing is regularly erected for for Fourth of July festivities but is going up early this year, according to a statement from the Department of the Interior. Mike Stunson, USA Today, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for regularly

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of regularly was in the 14th century

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“Regularly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regularly. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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