once in a while
Example Sentences
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Is disconnected eating happening once in a while, or is it the status quo for most meals?
From Slate ● Sep. 23, 2026
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
The next day we made our way toward the beach, every once in a while stopping at a gas station or store to make sure we were on the right track.
From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña
