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periodically

[peer-ee-od-ik-lee] / ˌpɪər iˈɒd ɪk li /
ADVERB
rhythmically
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And the insurer can periodically lower the cap on the gains it credits you.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 20, 2026

Indexed annuities guarantee no market losses, but insurers can periodically adjust the formula for returns.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

The cap is reviewed periodically and may change from one academic year to the next.

From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026

El Niño is a climate pattern that periodically warms the Pacific Ocean.

From Slate ● Sep. 28, 2026

John Adams, who gave the problem more concentrated attention than anyone except James Madison, was periodically tempted to throw up his hands and declare the task impossible.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis


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