once in a while
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A question I used to hear once in a while has become one of the most common requests on my desk.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 6, 2026
It confused a lot of them, but every once in a while somebody would say something so we’re using those for promo spots.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 3, 2026
“Coke Zero, do I drink them once in a while? Yeah,” he added.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026
Every once in a while a match comes along that reminds us all why football is referred to as the beautiful game.
From BBC ● Apr. 28, 2026
Every once in a while, I would take the plane down and look at it, but I didn’t add any more pieces, because I knew it would be more fun when Dad could help me.
From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff
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