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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Ambition, drive and zeal are frequently components of a leader’s success, but equanimity is an equally important strength, particularly in a crisis. Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025 Since then, it’s frequently been the target of litigation, starting in 1947 when the duo sued to invalidate DC’s ownership of the rights to Superman. Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 25 Apr. 2025 Our expert take The American Express® Green Card is geared toward those who frequently travel and eat out often, but don’t want to shell out on a premium card. Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2025 Prior to its rise, the medium was dominated by conservative or pro-Trump voices—with the likes of Rogan, Shapiro and Shawn Ryan frequently topping the charts. Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 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 30 Apr. 2025.

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