occasional

Example Sentences

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They’ll be mined by journalists, opposition researchers and perhaps the occasional voter.

From The Wall Street Journal

But most people still use banking apps primarily for occasional tasks like transferring money or paying bills, instead of making them part of a daily routine, according to Javelin Strategy & Research.

From The Wall Street Journal

Despite occasional blips of good news, growth always seems to be softer than hoped and inflation more persistent, and a dangerous pessimism is taking root.

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In the distance, I could hear the occasional hum of fighter planes overhead.

From Literature

Their players might be penalized with whistles and even the occasional right hook, but they wore Jordan down and won back-to-back championships.

From The Wall Street Journal