occasionally
adverb
oc·ca·sion·al·ly
ə-ˈkā-zh(ə-)nə-lē 
: on occasion : now and then
dines out occasionally
We occasionally see deer in the field.
Examples of occasionally in a Sentence
Occasionally, things don't go as planned.
Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.
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An earpiece was initially proposed strictly for emergencies — earthquakes, sudden weather changes — but Honnold readily agreed to stay connected and converse occasionally with the broadcast team below.
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Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 9 Feb. 2026
In Israel’s case, that typically includes mostly American Jews — and occasionally those married to American Jews — who are eligible for Israeli citizenship under the country’s Law of Return.
—Jacob Gurvis, Sun Sentinel, 9 Feb. 2026
While some lucky people never feel ill, that queasiness can be pretty debilitating for many others—more so in the first trimester, but occasionally throughout the entire pregnancy.
—Julia Ries Wexler, SELF, 9 Feb. 2026
Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are bright green and softened, 6 to 8 minutes.
—Holly Riordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
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Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 9 Feb. 2026
In Israel’s case, that typically includes mostly American Jews — and occasionally those married to American Jews — who are eligible for Israeli citizenship under the country’s Law of Return.
—Jacob Gurvis, Sun Sentinel, 9 Feb. 2026
While some lucky people never feel ill, that queasiness can be pretty debilitating for many others—more so in the first trimester, but occasionally throughout the entire pregnancy.
—Julia Ries Wexler, SELF, 9 Feb. 2026
Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are bright green and softened, 6 to 8 minutes.
—Holly Riordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
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occasionally
adverb
oc·ca·sion·al·ly
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: from time to time
occasionally goes to the movies
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