as in often
many times
our oddball uncle frequently lets himself into our house without knocking
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Recent Examples of frequently
Why This Tension Exists This tension frequently stems from structural misalignment, not poor leadership or weak COO capability.
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Allison Mais, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Strategic planners frequently describe ballistic missile submarines as the strongest deterrent element because of their survivability and persistent patrol capability.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026
Staff there say it is frequently emptied.
—Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 26 May 2026
Norman frequently gives him positive words to keep him motivated.
—Justin Ray, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
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Allison Mais, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Strategic planners frequently describe ballistic missile submarines as the strongest deterrent element because of their survivability and persistent patrol capability.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026
Staff there say it is frequently emptied.
—Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 26 May 2026
Norman frequently gives him positive words to keep him motivated.
—Justin Ray, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frequently
Adverb
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Texas Monthly and other publications have long employed dedicated barbecue writers who document pitmasters, smokehouses and regional traditions with the same seriousness often given to fine dining.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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These are often updates on dates, challenges, recoupling ceremonies and new contestants arriving.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
Adverb
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Place the bowl over the simmering water, ensuring the bottom does not touch the water, and whisk constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture reaches 160 degrees.—
Kate Bradshaw,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Without Clear Priorities, Philanthropy Easily Becomes Reactive Most affluent families are approached constantly for funding.—
Kris Putnam-Walkerly,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Adverb
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Nor did the sale of Guehi for £20m and Glasner repeatedly rocking the boat.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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All of them fought unsuccessfully to end the oversight arrangement — repeatedly coming close, only to watch the department once again become embroiled in scandal.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
28 May 2026
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“Frequently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frequently. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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