now and again
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As someone who writes now and again about aging, I’ve been giving this some thought.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
Even so, the art world also enjoys a little playfulness now and again.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 17, 2026
This happens every now and again - the last actor to pop up at the Oscars without any major precursor recognition was Andrea Riseborough for To Leslie in 2022.
From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2026
That explains Monday’s action but with futures lower again early Tuesday, investors may want to glance at crypto trading every now and again today for clues on broader risk sentiment.
From Barron's ● Mar. 3, 2026
"Keep quiet and stay out of sight. If you must peep out now and again, don't show more than your nose."
From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl
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