Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for often. Search instead for poften.
Definitions

often

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


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"She was often found distressed when we went in to visit."

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Ms. Jeppson often chooses lurid titles to get those clicks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

These claims were unsubstantiated as post-election polling shows that transgender policies are were often ranked low in priorities for surveyed voters.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

The classic recipe for fish and chips -- white fish deep-fried in batter, chips, and mushy peas, often with tartare sauce on the side -- dates back to the 1860s.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

People in Chinatown often talked about Anna May Wong— usually in scandalized tones—but I’d never expected to actually run into her.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu