Synonyms of now and then

now and then

adverb

as in sometimes

on some occasions

we do go to the library now and then, but not as often as we should

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sometimes
• occasionally
• from time to time
• at times
• every now and then
• on occasion
• now
• once in a while
• here and there
• ever and anon
• periodically
• rarely
• seldom
• intermittently
• off and on
• infrequently
• sporadically
• little
• irregularly
• variously
• recurrently

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• often
• frequently
• usually
• commonly
• much
• regularly
• always
• ordinarily
• hourly
• oft
• oftentimes
• routinely
• consistently
• constantly
• invariably
• continually
• continuously
• ever
• perpetually
• incessantly
• unceasingly
• endlessly
• uninterruptedly
• continuingly
• interminably

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of now and then

There’s nothing wrong with enjoying a pumpkiny beverage or muffin now and then. — Jo Ann Liguori, Flow Space, 12 Oct. 2026

Between now and then, Coloradans will elect a new governor and most members of the state legislature. — Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 4 Oct. 2026

The Sabres have their home opener against the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday night, with plenty to clean up between now and then. — Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2026

Enterprise revenue tends to be more resilient — whereas consumers may have no issue pausing a monthly subscription now and then as needed, companies don’t have that luxury. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2026