periodically
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Early on in American history, there were often only six justices, a number that Congress expanded periodically.
From Slate ● Sep. 3, 2026
ARMs typically start with a lower interest rate at the start of a set period, and then adjust periodically.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 3, 2026
If she is found not guilty by reason of insanity, she will not be set free - she would instead be sent to a psychiatric hospital where her status would be periodically reviewed.
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026
As the peaches soften, periodically crush them against the side of the saucepan with the back of a wooden spoon or a potato masher to help release their juices.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2026
Mr. Bonetti periodically burned the garbage and hauled the remains to the city dump in his truck.
From "The Circuit: Stories from the Life of a Migrant Child" by Francisco Jiménez
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