frequently

adverb

fre·​quent·​ly ˈfrē-kwənt-lē How to pronounce frequently (audio)
: at frequent or short intervals
the list is updated frequently

Examples of frequently in a Sentence

our oddball uncle frequently lets himself into our house without knocking
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For some, the sweating, chills, and feelings of anxiety can happen more frequently, last longer or both. Marnie Goodfriend, Flow Space, 29 Oct. 2025 Emily and Hernandez frequently attend red carpet events together, and often post about one another on Instagram. Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025 When this happens, visibilities frequently drop to one-quarter of a mile or less. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2025 According to the Oklahoma State University Extension Office, yard damage from armadillos is most frequently noticeable in the summer months as lawns are irrigated. Kirsten Fiscus, Nashville Tennessean, 29 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for frequently

Word History

Etymology

see frequent entry 2

First Known Use

1531, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of frequently was in 1531

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“Frequently.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frequently. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.

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