as in frequently
many times
I seem to stumble often when I try to walk in high heels
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Recent Examples of often
The two worked together in CMPD’s homicide unit for about a decade, Robbins said, and have crossed paths often since.
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Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Officers are aware that these activities often involve exploitation and, in some cases, human trafficking.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 26 Mar. 2026
Workforce advocates say career and technical training, apprenticeships and military service are becoming more important paths to living-wage jobs without the heavy student debt often tied to a four-year degree.
—Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Most dogs in the village were free-roaming and often disappeared for a day or two during their heat cycle, Cover News reported.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
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Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Officers are aware that these activities often involve exploitation and, in some cases, human trafficking.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 26 Mar. 2026
Workforce advocates say career and technical training, apprenticeships and military service are becoming more important paths to living-wage jobs without the heavy student debt often tied to a four-year degree.
—Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Most dogs in the village were free-roaming and often disappeared for a day or two during their heat cycle, Cover News reported.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for often
Adverb
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Often misunderstood and frequently overlooked, Calabria rewards travelers who are willing to slow down and engage with the area in a thoughtful and meaningful way.—
Jenna Curcio,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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Conversations in line frequently turn to general distaste for Washington, with some travelers openly calling for accountability.—
Nicole Sganga,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Unlike a tightrope, which is rigid and static, a slackline is constantly moving, demanding continuous, dynamic balance.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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The brain begins scanning constantly for danger and that narrowing of perception is exactly what the Torah calls Egypt.—
Rabbi Bruce D. Forman,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Mar. 2026
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William Barzee is the latest of four attorneys who have represented her over the course of the House investigation, which members of the committee repeatedly complained about.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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Thune has repeatedly said there isn't support for ending the filibuster within the GOP conference.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Not always easy listening Like many bands of the era, Seals & Crofts sang of love, peace, music and the natural world.—
Hillel Italie,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Known by neighbors as someone who was always willing to help, Brown has received an outpouring of support in the days following the fire.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Often.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/often. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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