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oftentimes

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




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“There were problems that people spend weeks figuring out, oftentimes never ending on a solution,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026

This hyperlocal election model results in there being numerous officials who must figure out new rules and regulations, oftentimes with pretty limited funds.

From Slate ● Sep. 3, 2026

Because with vintage clothes, oftentimes it’s just the one,” Marsh said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026

If there’s something not quite right, listen to what your body tells you because your body will oftentimes clock the true motivations of the individual before your brain does.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 8, 2026

“I only know one story. But oftentimes small pieces seem to be stories themselves.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss


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