chiefly literary
: often
oft asked questions
an oft quoted statement
Examples of oft in a Sentence
as I have oft said, you need to look before you leap
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During the local premiere last summer, the oft-quiet historic downtown movie theater was full.
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Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
But one quality that may be oft-overlooked by anyone other than SpaceX's biggest fans?
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Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Cristian Javier made the first of his five rehab starts on June 3, meaning the Astros must decide what’s next for the oft-absent right-hander by Friday.
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Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
However, Irving, who is coming off a torn ACL, and Leonard after oft-injured, and Flagg has yet to compete in the NBA playoffs.
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Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 June 2026
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Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
But one quality that may be oft-overlooked by anyone other than SpaceX's biggest fans?
—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Cristian Javier made the first of his five rehab starts on June 3, meaning the Astros must decide what’s next for the oft-absent right-hander by Friday.
—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
However, Irving, who is coming off a torn ACL, and Leonard after oft-injured, and Flagg has yet to compete in the NBA playoffs.
—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for oft
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“Oft.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oft. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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