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periodically

[peer-ee-od-ik-lee] / ˌpɪər iˈɒd ɪk li /
ADVERB
rhythmically
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The Department for Culture, Media and Sport has said it would "periodically review" its effectiveness "to ensure that it is fit for purpose".

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“I lost myself,” she says, before picking the dance back up and periodically stopping throughout.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Reporting by the BBC has suggested devices can periodically capture screenshots, which are then stored in hidden folders accessible to authorities.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

"I believe our results help demonstrate the power of Floquet engineering for realizing quantum systems with highly-tunable properties, paving the way for further research into periodically driven quantum matter and the development of its applications."

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

What’s more, he had two hot-air balloons at his disposal, which he sent up periodically to provide almost perfect aerial reconnaissance of Lee’s positions.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell




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