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sporadic

[spuh-rad-ik] / spəˈræd ɪk /


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Most took sporadic lump sums at times when they had large expenses, or they took one annual distribution once they hit RMD age — and took only the amount required.

From MarketWatch Sep. 15, 2026

In most states, these deaths are sporadic enough that they don’t, in isolation, show a notable trend.

From Salon Sep. 13, 2026

Further south across England and Wales, the rain this week will be much more sporadic with just 5 to 10mm falling in total.

From BBC Sep. 2, 2026

The April ceasefire put an end to the most intense fighting, but sporadic attacks, mainly around the Strait of Hormuz, have dimmed the prospects of a final peace agreement.

From Barron's Aug. 28, 2026

The staff members were always on guard to control these sporadic outbursts.

From "A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier" by Ishmael Beah




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