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often

[aw-fuhn, of-uhn, awf-tuhn, of-] / ˈɔ fən, ˈɒf ən, ˈɔf tən, ˈɒf- /
ADVERB
frequently
Synonyms
STRONGEST
generally much regularly repeatedly usually
STRONG
oftentimes ofttimes
WEAK
a number of times again and again many a time over and over recurrently time after time time and again
Antonyms
WEAK
infrequently rarely seldom

Example Sentences

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Even those who are happy with their own personal finances are often pessimistic about the broader economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

He fell short at the top level but often earned respect even in defeat.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The services at Kheimeh Molaghat are recorded and posted online, often viewed by thousands of remote worshipers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The debt often matures four to five years after issuance.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

I know he often goes there to watch Jeopardy! and play cribbage with some of the other residents in the afternoons.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.