periodically

adverb

Definition of periodicallynext
1
as in regularly
at regular intervals New editions are released periodically.

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2
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 Finally, traps need to be maintained, such as replacing the lures, and disposing of the dead insects and/or traps periodically. — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 29 July 2026 The inaugural collection exhibition follows a long, meandering, periodically thrilling itinerary of spectacle. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026 The original dress has been displayed periodically in the last three decades, at Diana’s family home Althorp House and at Kensington Palace. — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026 The assessment comes as Ju Ae has been periodically shown in state media accompanying her father. — Reuters, NBC news, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for periodically
Recent Examples of Synonyms for periodically
  1. regularly
  2. occasionally
  3. frequently
  4. rarely
  5. continuously
  6. seldom
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  • Still, most of those QBs aren’t regularly going against Horn and Mike Jackson — one of the best cornerback combos in the league —every day.
    — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
  • The event regularly drew other musicians, including Bono, Shane MacGowan, and Sinéad O'Connor.
    — Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 29 July 2026
Definition of regularly
Adverb
  • China’s BeiDou system comprises 56 satellites, offering more resilient and occasionally more advanced capabilities than the 31 powering the US’ Global Positioning System.
    — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 29 July 2026
  • Washing clothes with cold water, running only full loads, and occasionally air-drying clothes can help reduce energy consumption.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 29, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of occasionally
Adverb
  • As Ruiz tried to help Carson Palmquist navigate the early innings Tuesday, though, he was spotted looking over to the dugout frequently before pitches.
    — Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • Measures could include reducing groundwater pumping and operating river locks less frequently, to limit saltwater flowing in.
    — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
Definition of frequently
Adverb
  • Nearly everyone knows someone with a disability, yet that familiarity rarely translates into investment, in part because some funders still assume the community is too small to warrant a dedicated strategy.
    — Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Modi, who rarely responds to criticism, has not publicly responded to the protesters’ demands.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 22 July 2026
Definition of rarely
Adverb
  • Organizations create long-term resilience by connecting hiring, learning, leadership development, internal mobility and knowledge sharing into a system that continuously creates, renews and retains organizational capability.
    — Sheila Callaham, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Built to autonomously monitor industrial sites, campuses, and other large facilities, the robot navigates preset routes while balancing on a single wide wheel and continuously scanning its surroundings.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026
Definition of continuously
Adverb
  • Thirsty, hungry, seldom stopping to rest; anxious to please Sam.
    — Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026
  • As enterprises start the journey, the common lesson learned is that AI seldom is the limiting factor; the organization is.
    — Anisha Manvatkar, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
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“Periodically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/periodically. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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