Synonyms of on occasion

on occasion

phrase

as in sometimes

on some occasions

She normally doesn't like crowds, but will attend a party on occasion.

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of on occasion

Entertainment is available on occasion by the pool and always in the lounge on a set schedule. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

Though the smell that it was once known for does resurface on occasion. — Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026

The actress is partial to loafers, pumps, sandals, and, on occasion, athletic sneakers. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2026

While Phillips would still love to play big shows on occasion and continue to release songs that fans love, his ambitions in music are no longer coming at the expense of the other, more personal aspects of his life. — Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026