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sporadic

[spuh-rad-ik] / spəˈræd ɪk /


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An area of cloud will move eastwards across the UK during Thursday bringing sporadic outbreaks of rain - with a mix of sunshine and showers following from the west.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

While sporadic signs of a resolution have worked to keep stock markets afloat, it is impossible to hide from macro indicators like inflation.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Airlines have long had to navigate sporadic flare-ups of armed conflict and missile strikes across Middle East skies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

And then, to the sound of sporadic laughter, the amplified voice sings a slightly altered version:

From Slate • Feb. 11, 2026

"Traveling sporadic myositis," he pronounced quickly and glanced at Angela.

From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin




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