as in sometimes
on some occasions
we do go to the library now and then, but not as often as we should
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Recent Examples of now and then
Target Circle 360 eliminates the minimum spend requirement to receive free two-day shipping, which can also come in handy now and then.
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Sarah Hostetler,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
The November 2027 vote is a long way off, and national political winds will undoubtedly shift between now and then.
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Jeffrey M. Wice,
New York Daily News,
16 June 2026
After all, some of your friends might not be feverish fútbol fans like yourself — their eyes may drift from the pitch battle every now and then.
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Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
Over the years, Blake has maintained his privacy, though O'Donnell has shared glimpses of his life every now and then.
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Anna Myers,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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Sarah Hostetler,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
The November 2027 vote is a long way off, and national political winds will undoubtedly shift between now and then.
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Jeffrey M. Wice,
New York Daily News,
16 June 2026
After all, some of your friends might not be feverish fútbol fans like yourself — their eyes may drift from the pitch battle every now and then.
—
Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
Over the years, Blake has maintained his privacy, though O'Donnell has shared glimpses of his life every now and then.
—
Anna Myers,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for now and then
Adverb
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Chalsma’s unstinting vociferousness, which sometimes seems over the top, leaves little doubt as to who shaped Coriolanus’ martial character.
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The Drug Enforcement Administration does have those tools, and sometimes works with Brennan's office to investigate cases.
Adverb
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Yet the Village People’s hits endured in a way few other disco novelties could, forever blasted out at weddings and occasionally ill-fitting public events.
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Simmer beans, stirring occasionally, until bubbling and thickened, about 5 minutes.
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“Now and then.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/now%20and%20then. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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