from time to time
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As happens from time to time to this day, Jefferson also began to have doubts about the capabilities of the everyday Americans in whom he, Adams and other revolutionary leaders had placed so much confidence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
Some, like Disney Magic Kingdom, are for players four and up, with a title screen suggesting: “Play healthy! It is recommended that you take breaks from time to time during a long play session.”
From Salon ● Jun. 21, 2026
And we need to remind the audience of that from time to time.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 28, 2026
The weather phenomenon is seen from time to time and is most likely to be spotted in the UK during spring.
From BBC ● May 3, 2026
She had laid four eggs, smaller and not as white as the ones our neighbor Doña Lola gave us from time to time.
From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago
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