occasionally
Americanadverb
adverb
Etymology
Origin of occasionally
First recorded in 1615–25; occasional + -ly
Example Sentences
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Jarmusch has occasionally sliced his narratives into pieces: His films “Night on Earth” and “Coffee and Cigarettes” were anthologies tied together conceptually.
From Los Angeles Times
While Waymo’s driver system already handles dark traffic signals as four-way stops, it will occasionally request confirmation checks to ensure it is the “safest choice.”
Of course, a potential downside of starring in a show like that does mean you get stopped in the street and occasionally confused with your character.
From BBC
When possible, she helps connect them with resources and occasionally drives them to the food bank.
From Los Angeles Times
As compensation, Baird’s family gave her an adult tricycle that she occasionally rides through the streets wearing a neon purple helmet.
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