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

"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

I left there that night thinking that even my Newsom kin, the ones who had my best interests at heart, could get it wrong from time to time.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

The predominantly south-westerly winds over the next few weeks will bring in spells of rain and areas of low pressure from time to time.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

He would stab a piece of meat with his knife from time to time and flick it onto the ground, to be eaten by one of his wolves, Geri and Freki.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman