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as she's gotten older, Grandma has tended to ask the same things again and again
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Recent Examples of again and again
Nvidia provides tools like Isaac Simulator, where robots practice tasks again and again without real-world risk.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2026
After initially focusing on MGM movies, TNT eventually expanded its focus to more recent releases, which often meant airing the same movies from a few years back again and again and including movies from non-MGM studios (like Shawshank).
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Our list of the best restaurants in Milwaukee highlights eateries that locals return to again and again, places where the food is exceptional, the atmosphere is welcoming–and where the stories behind each dish are well worth hearing.
—Lori Fredrich, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
And repetition – espousing the same ideas again and again – was an effective tactic.
—Yu-Ru Lin, The Conversation, 7 May 2026
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2026
After initially focusing on MGM movies, TNT eventually expanded its focus to more recent releases, which often meant airing the same movies from a few years back again and again and including movies from non-MGM studios (like Shawshank).
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Our list of the best restaurants in Milwaukee highlights eateries that locals return to again and again, places where the food is exceptional, the atmosphere is welcoming–and where the stories behind each dish are well worth hearing.
—Lori Fredrich, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
And repetition – espousing the same ideas again and again – was an effective tactic.
—Yu-Ru Lin, The Conversation, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for again and again
Adverb
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At smaller hospitals like Winona Health, those savings can fill gaps left by Medicaid and Medicare reimbursements, which often don’t cover the full cost of providing that care.—
Dené K. Dryden,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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The barren landscape, despite its harsh conditions (daytime temperatures often exceed 125 degrees Fahrenheit), was—and still is—famous for its connection to many legends of treasure.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
Adverb
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Miss Yvonne insisted on her beauty constantly, unapologetically, nonstop, even when no one asked.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
7 May 2026
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The field office constantly coördinated with local social-services agencies, hospitals, funeral homes, jails.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
Adverb
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The World Health Organization has repeatedly said the risk to the general public is currently considered low and is not calling the outbreak an epidemic.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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The lightning-quick Maxey repeatedly got to the basket in the first half, but the Knicks continued to give him extra attention throughout his nearly 47 minutes of playing time.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
Adverb
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Concentrate and take care of the ball During his brief tenure at Stamford Bridge, Rosenior frequently lamented Chelsea’s inability to take care of moments.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Finding connection can also be challenging for those frequently on the move.—
Carole Rosenblat,
CNN Money,
12 May 2026
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“Again and again.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/again%20and%20again. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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