: sometimes but not often
Occasionally, we see deer in the field. = We occasionally see deer in the field.
Occasionally, things don't go as planned.
Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.
Very occasionally [=rarely], she will have a glass of wine.
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“Occasionally.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/occasionally. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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