INFREQUENTLY Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

infrequently

adverb

as in rarely

not often their grandparents were disappointed that they visited so infrequently

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Recent Examples of infrequently Worst flash floods in Arizona history Flash flooding is a threat in the Southwest but only infrequently turns deadly. — N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026 During the appointment process, activists hammered Barclay for riding the CTA infrequently. — Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 Michael Jordan’s infrequently seen Air Jordan 17 will reportedly continue its reemergence in 2027 with the release of a brand-new colorway. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026 Mowing Too Close Most people consider mowing a chore and want to mow as infrequently as possible. — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Aug. 2026 While Galliano attends only infrequently, his creations are well worn by celebrity guests of the event, including famously by Princess Diana. — Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026 Consumers may purchase premium equipment with ambitious intentions, only to use it infrequently if setup, storage or transportation becomes burdensome. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 The Southern Hills Drive neighborhood might not be the first destination for house buyers searching for a dream home, but residents are so loyal to the district that properties on the peaceful streets are infrequently listed for sale. — Richard Lane, Des Moines Register, 3 Aug. 2026 The statute, which dates back to the Civil War, has historically been used infrequently. — Meg Anderson, NPR, 3 Aug. 2026

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Indeed, as much as Chicago has looked to past mayors as larger-than-life figures, the city rarely has accomplished anything great without the active involvement of its business community.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
The last words of Lizzie Borden have never been reported; in fact, she was rarely seen or heard from in public in the years following her acquittal.

— Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2026

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The Dolphins seldom ran sneaks with Tua Tagovailoa because of his limited size and history of concussions and other injuries.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2026
For the Dodgers, the worst tickets seldom fall to market rate, because the team would rather live with a few empty seats rather than condition fans to hold out for a lower price.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026

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