as in rarely
not often
their grandparents were disappointed that they visited so infrequently
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for infrequently
Adverb
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While nearly every state now has a medical parole law, they are rarely used, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.—
Don Thompson,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025 -
Flagship phones with these types of features rarely come this wallet‑friendly: the Motorola Moto Edge+ (2023) lands at just $399.99 (down from $799.99), delivering top‑tier power and stunning style without pushing past the four‑figure mark.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Asiatic lilies are hybrids that stand very upright, producing 4- to 6-inch flowers on thick stems that seldom need staking.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2025
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The Kings appear increasingly fatigued because as many as five players are seldom used.—
Daniel Nugent-Bowman,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Infrequently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/infrequently. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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