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also episodical
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as in serial
appearing in parts or numbers that follow regularly
the long novel was filmed for television as an episodic movie that was shown over the course of five evenings
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as in sporadic
lacking in steadiness or regularity of occurrence
malaria is characterized by episodic attacks of chills and fever that coincide with mass destruction of blood cells
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Recent Examples of episodic
The 2025 Tribeca Festival is taking place from June 4-15, showcasing films, episodic work, talks and more programming.
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Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 9 June 2025
This year marks the first-ever open submissions call for the Works in Progress showcase; 12 narrative and documentary filmmakers were selected to preview their feature or episodic projects to financiers, festival programmers, and producers.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 5 June 2025
Additionally, younger generations often prefer flexible, episodic volunteer opportunities over long-term commitments, which can impact traditional volunteer models.
—Belal Aftab, Mercury News, 15 June 2025
There’s something comically episodic about this thing.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 10 June 2025
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Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 9 June 2025
This year marks the first-ever open submissions call for the Works in Progress showcase; 12 narrative and documentary filmmakers were selected to preview their feature or episodic projects to financiers, festival programmers, and producers.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 5 June 2025
Additionally, younger generations often prefer flexible, episodic volunteer opportunities over long-term commitments, which can impact traditional volunteer models.
—Belal Aftab, Mercury News, 15 June 2025
There’s something comically episodic about this thing.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for episodic
Adjective
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Authorities also described the crew as serial thieves who previously targeted other drivers.—
Josh Campbell,
CNN Money,
18 June 2025
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She was captivated by the sheer number of serial killers running amok in the Pacific Northwest in the 1970s and ’80s.—
Sarah Weinman,
The Atlantic,
18 June 2025
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Iran needs nuclear energy to meet the demands of its growing population; sporadic blackouts are already commonplace.—
Robin Wright,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
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It’s sparked protests, vandalism and sporadic clashes with police that prompted President Trump to send military troops to downtown L.A., sparking questions over state rights.—
Libor Jany,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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That amounts to success through delay—a repeatable outcome, sustained through intermittent precision attacks.—
David A. Deptula,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Despite the relentless pre-match hype montages, intermittent deluges of FIFA self-congratulation and the blasting of Robbie Williams’ hilariously self-parodic tournament theme song at half-time.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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Colorado and Arizona State offer little more than an occasional flash.—
Jon Wilner,
Mercury News,
28 June 2025
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Allegedly set between Episode III and IV, with some occasional flashback episodes, the series would delve into aspects of the Star Wars universe that hadn't been explored before, such as different criminal factions operating across Coruscant.—
Daryl Baxter,
Space.com,
28 June 2025
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This availability aligns with the irregular schedules that most students maintain.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Redford, the host and producer of his weekly podcast, Vet Life, added heart disease and heart arrhythmias—where the heart beats too fast, too slow, or with an irregular rhythm—can also cause syncope.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
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Parents recall toddler's medical emergency that led to rare diagnosis Stephanie and Kris Thomas of Illinois jumped into action when their 2-year-old experienced sudden cardiac arrest in the middle of the night.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2025
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The sudden news of the pay raise has sparked hope for the future of cheerleaders.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
18 June 2025
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“Episodic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/episodic. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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