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November 28, 2017 Word of the Day

occasionally ˈkeɪʒənəli/ adverb
occasionally
ˈkeɪʒənəli/
adverb
The ducks occasionally cross the road.
The ducks occasionally cross the road.
Definition of OCCASIONALLY

: sometimes but not often

  • Occasionally, we see deer in the field. = We occasionally see deer in the field.

  • Occasionally, things don't go as planned.

  • Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.

  • Very occasionally [=rarely], she will have a glass of wine.

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