frequently

[free-kwuhnt-lee] / ˈfri kwənt li /

ADVERB

commonly, repeatedly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

again and again generally intermittently many times often periodically regularly time and again usually

STRONG

oft oftentimes ofttimes

WEAK

as a rule at regular intervals at short intervals at times by ordinary customarily every now and then habitually in many instances in quick succession many a time much not infrequently not seldom ordinarily over and over recurrently spasmodically successively thick and fast very often

Antonyms

STRONGEST

rarely seldom

WEAK

infrequently not much uncommonly

Example Sentences

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SGS, Bureau Veritas and Intertek frequently buy smaller rivals to add new services to their portfolios or expand to new markets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Lanning said she and other teachers frequently buy classroom materials out of pocket, but healthcare costs severely restrict their ability to continue to do so.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

He also highlighted the need for future treatment guidelines to better address the long-term safety of medications frequently used for IBS.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

They'll celebrate their silver wedding anniversary at the end of this month and frequently collaborate on projects.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

He was one of those prissy retirees one sees frequently in New England, the sort who subscribe to antique magazines and carry those canvas tote bags they give as gift premiums on public TV.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt

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