frequently

adverb

fre·​quent·​ly ˈfrē-kwənt-lē How to pronounce frequently (audio)
: at frequent or short intervals
the list is updated frequently

Examples of frequently in a Sentence

our oddball uncle frequently lets himself into our house without knocking
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Yet the frequently stunning Music is still, in its way, telling a story suited to its times. Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 21 Mar. 2025 Player Endorsements And Commercials March Madness frequently serves as a catalyst for college basketball players in both the men’s and women’s tournaments to raise their profile through unexpected team runs and impressive individual performances. Joe Sabin, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025 These conversations are frequently painful and hard; data scientists have noted that Thanksgiving dinners with guests who cross party lines are frequently shorter. Betsy Sinclair, The Conversation, 21 Mar. 2025 Chicago Blackhawks fans seem to be questioning the team’s direction more frequently lately, as well as Connor Bedard’s recent behavior. Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for frequently

Word History

Etymology

see frequent entry 2

First Known Use

1531, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of frequently was in 1531

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“Frequently.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frequently. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.

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