from time to time

Idioms  

1. Occasionally, once in a while. For example, From time to time we play bridge with the Carters. [Late 1300s] Also see at times; every now and then; once in a while.

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Example Sentences

OCI’s board has authorized management to “consider selling Methanex shares from time to time, as and when it determines appropriate.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

"We can all speed from time to time and it's that lack of attention that can cause accidents," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

"Like militia on land in China, they get called up from time to time for reserve service," Poling said.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

That scenario still happens from time to time.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

Lolling about the foyer, sniffing from time to time at my legs and hands, were three perfectly huge Doberman pinschers.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom