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as in serial
appearing in parts or numbers that follow regularly
the long novel was filmed for television as an episodic movie that was shown over the course of five evenings
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as in sporadic
lacking in steadiness or regularity of occurrence
malaria is characterized by episodic attacks of chills and fever that coincide with mass destruction of blood cells
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Recent Examples of episodic
Some researchers believe that episodic memory entails consciousness.
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Matthew Hutson, The New Yorker, 29 Dec. 2024
Announced today, the festival will showcase 87 feature films and six episodic projects from January 23 to February 2, 2025, in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
The plague of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, long ignored and underappreciated throughout North America, has become more widely acknowledged in recent years, thanks to consciousness-raising depictions in everything from episodic television to feature films to award-winning documentaries.
—Joe Leydon, Variety, 2 Dec. 2024
In our post-Covid era, many health systems are rationalizing episodic investments.
—Corey Scurlock, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Matthew Hutson, The New Yorker, 29 Dec. 2024
Announced today, the festival will showcase 87 feature films and six episodic projects from January 23 to February 2, 2025, in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
The plague of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, long ignored and underappreciated throughout North America, has become more widely acknowledged in recent years, thanks to consciousness-raising depictions in everything from episodic television to feature films to award-winning documentaries.
—Joe Leydon, Variety, 2 Dec. 2024
In our post-Covid era, many health systems are rationalizing episodic investments.
—Corey Scurlock, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for episodic
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West Coast serial killer Rodney Alcala (played to chilling perfection by Daniel Zovatto) went on a match-making game show in the 1970’s and was selected by contestant Sheryl Bradshaw (Anna Kendrick) to go on an all expenses paid weekend vacation together.Scott Phillips, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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The contract killer named Mad Dog’s been flattened by a car, so what’s a serial killer in training to do?Nick Caruso, TVLine, 3 Jan. 2025
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Consumers in Mexico are using their cell phones to purchase everyday items such as groceries but also to make sporadic purchases on clothing, books, and other items.Nathaniel Parish Flannery, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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The brand had toyed with apparel since the ‘80s with small and sporadic capsule collections but the new apparel designs, hinging on Americana and the preppy look, seem to be accruing fans, too.Martino Carrera, WWD, 14 Jan. 2025
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Storing the energy produced by wind turbines and solar panels during peak generation times, storage systems ensure its availability for later use, thus stabilizing the supply and demand of these otherwise intermittent resources.George Sakellaris, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Somewhere in between the two, intermittent fasting has been growing in popularity.Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
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Some winters bring consistent snow and frosty days, perfect for outdoor activities, while others see milder conditions with occasional rain or bare ground.David Nikel, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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The tunes go for three-minute punch, with occasional back-up vocals from Kapranos’ wife, French star Clara Luciani.Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 11 Jan. 2025
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Having an irregular heartbeat also vastly increases your risk for stroke, blood clots and heart failure, per NIDDK.Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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There on the round expanse of polished, inlaid pebble, dozens of men and women are mingling, spike heels clacking on the irregular surface, ordering drinks from tuxedoed bartenders, soaking up this dreamlike atmosphere.Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
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There are even grief counselors and social workers who specialize in sudden loss.Maya Richard-Craven, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Her sister shared that while Hill-Wolfskill’s sudden and unexpected passing has been difficult, the family finds comfort in the lasting legacy of service her younger sister leaves behind.J.M. Banks, Kansas City Star, 12 Jan. 2025
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“Episodic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/episodic. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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