from time to time

Example Sentences

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"Like militia on land in China, they get called up from time to time for reserve service," Poling said.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

That scenario still happens from time to time.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

The Norwegian governor visits Barentsburg from time to time to speak with residents and address their concerns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

The predominantly south-westerly winds over the next few weeks will bring in spells of rain and areas of low pressure from time to time.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

“If anything happens to me,” Papi says from time to time, “you’re the man of the house.”

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez