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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Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Since 1978, the US has contributed more than $50 billion in military assistance to Egypt, according to the American embassy, though some of this aid has been occasionally withheld on account of the country’s human rights record.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
The View From Democrats Democrats on both sides of the Capitol sound eager to work with Republicans to rein in Palantir, which is known for its secrecy and the occasionally bombastic rhetoric of its leadership.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 5 June 2025
For weeks, Combs, 55, has maintained an attentive and easygoing presence inside a Manhattan federal courtroom — occasionally shaking his head, fidgeting in his seat or passing sticky notes to his attorneys.
—Danielle Bacher, People.com, 5 June 2025
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“Occasionally.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/occasionally. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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occasionally
adverb
oc·ca·sion·al·ly
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: from time to time
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