1
as in regularly
at regular intervals
New editions are released periodically.
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as in occasionally
on some occasions
Though he now lives across town, he still periodically visits the old diner.
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Recent Examples of periodically
And this action can periodically include scalding, raucous and party-hearty language.
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Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 9 May 2026
Use a deep-conditioning mask or treatment periodically, when hair feels dry.
—Aimee Simeon, Glamour, 7 May 2026
Each adopts codes of ethics agreed upon by the leaders and members of the professional organization, which are revised periodically and publicly available.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 May 2026
Others in the area are checked periodically from satellites or aircraft.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
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Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 9 May 2026
Use a deep-conditioning mask or treatment periodically, when hair feels dry.
—Aimee Simeon, Glamour, 7 May 2026
Each adopts codes of ethics agreed upon by the leaders and members of the professional organization, which are revised periodically and publicly available.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 May 2026
Others in the area are checked periodically from satellites or aircraft.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for periodically
Adverb
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This is especially helpful for people who don’t get enough omega-3s through their diet, such as vegetarians or those who don’t regularly eat fatty fish.—
Leslie Baumann,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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At the same time, chronic absenteeism is influenced by mental health challenges, disengagement and, in some communities, fear and instability related to ICE and immigration enforcement, which can discourage families from sending their children to school regularly.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
Adverb
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Had some not so great conversations occasionally.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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That’s easier to accomplish the further the plot moves away from a diplomatic incident involving several national institutions and toward an occasionally absurd — but absorbing and well-paced — tale of individuals in over their heads.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
8 May 2026
Adverb
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Concentrate and take care of the ball During his brief tenure at Stamford Bridge, Rosenior frequently lamented Chelsea’s inability to take care of moments.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Finding connection can also be challenging for those frequently on the move.—
Carole Rosenblat,
CNN Money,
12 May 2026
Adverb
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Beds are plush, and rooms are well insulated from outside noise, which matters in a city that rarely quiets down.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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No, but talent of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s pedigree comes to market (if that truly is the case) so rarely, that such a possibility has to be prioritized.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
12 May 2026
Adverb
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Ty Holmes, chief impact officer for Curriculum Associates, said the company continuously solicits feedback and tries to make changes to address complaints.—
Tyler Kingkade,
NBC news,
12 May 2026
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This system-level approach is reinforced by a data feedback loop, in which deployments generate operational data that can be used to continuously improve model and system performance over time.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
Adverb
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However, voles may be spotted occasionally, while moles, which spend most of their lives underground, are seldom seen.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
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Most damningly, that catastrophe comes out as a fiery blaze that’s routinely overwhelming but seldom compelling, resulting in a tedious experience that might be better live-streamed on UFC.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
6 May 2026
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“Periodically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/periodically. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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