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Recent Examples of episodically
Its messaging is deliberately structured to project a sense of American support and hope toward Iranian protesters, while also attempting to reflect the breadth and diversity of protest activity rather than treating it episodically or selectively.
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Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 6 Jan. 2026
Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for episodically
Adverb
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John and Noah were homeschooled by Andrea, who taught them to read and do math, and occasionally took them on field trips, per Rusty.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Add bay leaves and remaining 1 cup chicken broth; bring to a simmer over medium, and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid has mostly evaporated, about 25 minutes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
12 Jan. 2026
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Other areas will use cluster planting, with trees grouped irregularly and open space between them, mimicking the look of a healthy forest.—
Mark Billingsley,
Sacbee.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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This is a condition where the heart’s upper chamber beats irregularly and fast.—
Sheah Rarback,
Miami Herald,
31 Dec. 2025
Adverb
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Writers sometimes bloom in the darkest of circumstances, even inside the walls of a prison.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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In fact, sometimes smaller heaters can match or outperform larger units, depending on their design.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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When kept outdoors, day-neutral strawberries typically fruit sporadically until the first killing frost of fall.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026
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After becoming a limited-time-offer, it’s sporadically appeared on menus since.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
5 Jan. 2026
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“Episodically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/episodically. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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