intervals

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The bad news boomerang of Lord Mandelson's appointment continues to whizz around and whack this government at regular intervals - and inflict ongoing headaches.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

First comes the bubble, in this case, 1867-72, then the bust, 1873-79, and at intervals thereafter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

If it works in people, it could become more like a maintenance therapy, repeated at intervals to keep the eye's protective systems active.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

The expectation is that all customers will continue to log return visits at regular intervals.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

A piano tuner works by listening to and timing these beats, rather than by being able to "hear" equal temperament intervals precisely.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones