once in a while
Example Sentences
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A question I used to hear once in a while has become one of the most common requests on my desk.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 6, 2026
I have a 3-year-old beagle, and every once in a while he scoots around on his butt.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
“Coke Zero, do I drink them once in a while? Yeah,” he added.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026
Every once in a while a match comes along that reminds us all why football is referred to as the beautiful game.
From BBC ● Apr. 28, 2026
These were mostly my mom’s books, but Dad opened them every once in a while to learn about the things he dredged up while scuba diving.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
