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often

[aw-fuhn, of-uhn, awf-tuhn, of-] / ˈɔ fən, ˈɒf ən, ˈɔf tən, ˈɒf- /


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These often addressed the open-mindedness and freedom jazz requires, as in this snippet from drummer Billy Higgins: “We were of the attitude that music was music.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Today’s professional Santas are often retirees with a bit of a belly and some time on their hands.

From Los Angeles Times

The funds have often gone toward toys for a shelter in Tijuana.

From Los Angeles Times

During the unwinding of pandemic protections, more than 23 million people have lost Medicaid coverage, which is often due to paperwork errors rather than changes in eligibility.

From Salon

He explained that "we can offer a lot more than simply the food and Christmas goodies" and said people are often surprised at all the activities on offer and encouraged them to have a go.

From BBC