Synonyms of sometimes

sometimes

adverb

ˈsəm-ˌtīmz 

as in occasionally

on some occasions

sometimes I like to go skiing, and sometimes I prefer to stay inside where it's warm

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sometimes

Many companies sell gold coins, including APMEX and JM Bullion, which offer a wide variety of precious metals and affordable — and sometimes free — shipping. — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 7 July 2026

Netflix’s original programming has been rather hit-or-miss lately, with new seasons arriving with big viewership drops and, sometimes, sliding scores. — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Bond ETFs, for example, can sometimes distribute more capital gains than equity ETFs because some bonds can’t be transferred through the in-kind redemption process. — Debbie Carlson, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 July 2026

Homeowners also sometimes struggle to secure loans to build ADUs, Garcia said. — Ethan Varian, Mercury News, 7 July 2026