1
as in frequent
appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time
sent out periodic reminders about the office dress code
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as in recurrent
occurring or appearing at intervals
periodic snow showers that might leave up to an inch
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Recent Examples of periodic
The island struggles with blackouts, and the periodic threat of losing power stresses Taiwan’s high-tech manufacturers.
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Jim Ellis, Foreign Affairs, 30 July 2025
Traditional compliance relies on manual processes, periodic audits and reactive remediation methods that are resource-intensive and inadequate for addressing dynamic cyber threats.
—Sunil Kumar Puli, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
The Sino-Indian border has seen periodic skirmishes for decades, including a deadly clash in the Galwan Valley along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in June 2020.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 July 2025
Cultural tours every Wednesday focus on Hawaii’s history and traditions, while periodic garden tours highlight the native plants, while art tours show the impressive collection of paintings and sculptures.
—Barbara Schuler, Travel + Leisure, 30 July 2025
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Jim Ellis, Foreign Affairs, 30 July 2025
Traditional compliance relies on manual processes, periodic audits and reactive remediation methods that are resource-intensive and inadequate for addressing dynamic cyber threats.
—Sunil Kumar Puli, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
The Sino-Indian border has seen periodic skirmishes for decades, including a deadly clash in the Galwan Valley along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in June 2020.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 July 2025
Cultural tours every Wednesday focus on Hawaii’s history and traditions, while periodic garden tours highlight the native plants, while art tours show the impressive collection of paintings and sculptures.
—Barbara Schuler, Travel + Leisure, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for periodic
Adjective
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Plastic mesh behind the head rests are a sporty touch, and the convertible top opens and closes in seconds, a plus when making frequent quick stops where you won’t be gone long.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Two of the most frequent CORA requesters now live in other states.—
Krista Kafer,
Denver Post,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Nick initially treats his recurrent attacks by breathing into paper bags.—
Emily Witt,
New Yorker,
13 Aug. 2025
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The recurrent calls and messages in the days following Brian Thompson’s murder were more than callous and cold-hearted harassment.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Out of the three, the Cherry Berry Frosted Lemonade is a standout, a flavorful upgrade to the regular Frosted Lemonade.—
Logan Holland,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The morning weather report comes from four people around the Alleghenies; a regular listener also sends dispatches from a mountain in Taiwan.—
Oliver Whang,
New Yorker,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Additionally, someone who opts in to recurring giving will continue supporting that nonprofit for just over eight years, while a non-recurring giver donates to a nonprofit for a little over a year and a half.—
Matt Nash,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Does this bring him into a more recurring, regular role?—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
9 May 2025
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China’s repeated and frequent use of scientific research vessels, particularly those with military capabilities, suggests its ships are being used to advance its excessive maritime claims—not for peaceful purposes.—
Jill Goldenziel,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Chisholm has played in just 59 of the Yankees' 90 games due to repeated injuries, most significantly an oblique strain that held him out of the Yankees lineup from April 30 until June 3.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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No Other Land tells the story of the struggle of Palestinian villagers against violence by Israeli settlers in this area, and the continual encroachment by settlers of their land.—
Eleanor Beardsley,
NPR,
12 Aug. 2025
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And that’s not even taking into consideration the continual jerking around of Busy Philipps.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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Marvel Comics, the longtime market-share leader in sales of periodical comics, traditionally sells to older superhero fans who buy physical copies in comic shops or download entire issues on apps like Marvel Unlimited or Amazon’s comiXology.—
Rob Salkowitz,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Martineau’s boast about the textile factories of the Scottish town of Paisley, published in the periodical Household Words in 1852, was more than an expression of pride in British efficiency.—
H.M.A. Leow,
JSTOR Daily,
6 Aug. 2025
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Through it all, the mission has stayed constant: environmental stewardship and community care.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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How does being in this constant state of survival mode lead to lying?—
Staff Author Updated,
Parents,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Periodic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/periodic. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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