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often

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


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Often, they come across as commands by an orchestra to sit up straight and pay attention.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Often picked together in United's midfield at Under-21 level this season, Tyler is more of a number six or number eight.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Often, lines form outside one of Parton’s tour buses, which sits in the park near an interactive experience outlining her life and career.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Often, São Paulo capybaras just need rescuing after they’ve trespassed: Sometimes a capybara has made its way into a home or business overnight and needs bailing out.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

Often, Eunjoo would be so tired she would collapse, leaving Jinjoo to feed their brothers.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh




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