once in a while
Example Sentences
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But every once in a while, we get a little wink, an ounce of good luck, an unearned gift, a happy accident, and this recipe falls in that category.
From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026
Every once in a while, we review our past stock picks.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
“Every once in a while we get in there and let it rip,” said James, “but I am not very good.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
We needed to be on the right side of things once in a while.
From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026
Every once in a while, my parents talk about moving.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
