once in a while
Example Sentences
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But every once in a while, we get a little wink, an ounce of good luck, an unearned gift, a happy accident, and this recipe falls in that category.
From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026
Every once in a while, we review our past stock picks.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
Every once in a while, workers dressed in white with hats and masks inspect the process, alongside artificial-intelligence technology used for quality control.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
"A hug never goes amiss either. A decent cwtch once in a while helps a treat."
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026
But once in a while he'd go over and visit some of his old homeboys who were home for Thanksgiving break or Christmas vacation.
From "Miracle's Boys" by Jacqueline Woodson
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