oft
Americanadverb
abbreviation
adverb
Etymology
Origin of oft
before 900; Middle English oft ( e ), Old English oft; cognate with Old Frisian ofta, Old Saxon oft ( o ), German oft, Old Norse opt
Example Sentences
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It has been oft noted by commentators who excel at statements of the obvious that Berkshire has enough cash to buy many of the world’s most-admired companies.
From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026
Do this, as oft as ye shall drink it, in remembrance of me.
From BBC • May 5, 2023
The oft enretold story also inspired 1949's Judy Garland musical "In the Good Old Summertime" and Nora Ephron's 1998 update "You've Got Mail" with Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan.
From Salon • Dec. 19, 2022
“We are partners in crime — in adventures that is,” Abedin says oft her relationship with Clinton.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 7, 2022
"A shadow on the wall," Varys murmured, "yet shad-ows can kill. And oft times a very small man can cast a very large shadow." 'iyrion smiled.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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