every so often

Thân thiện

She stops by the park every so often to feed the ducks.

Definition

1. Adverb:
   • Occasionally; at irregular intervals; from time to time: This phrase indicates that an action or event happens not regularly or frequently, but once in a while.

Usage Examples

• Adverb:
  • I like to go for a long walk every so often to clear my head.
  • Every so often, the old computer makes a strange noise, but it still works.
  • We don't see them often, but every so often they come to town for a visit.

Advanced Usage

• The phrase is typically used at the beginning of a sentence or clause, separated by a comma, or it can be placed at the end.
  • Every so often, he would look up from his book and smile.
  • She checks her phone for messages every so often.

Variants and Related Words

• Every now and then: A synonymous adverbial phrase with identical meaning and usage.
  • Every now and then, I treat myself to a fancy dinner.
• From time to time: Another synonymous adverbial phrase.
  • From time to time, we need to review our progress.

Synonyms

• Occasionally
• Once in a while
• Now and then
• Periodically
• Intermittently

Related Phrases

• Every once in a while: A very close synonym, often used interchangeably.
  • Every once in a while, you get a day that is absolutely perfect.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. occasionally
   • every so often she visits her father

Từ đồng nghĩa

• every now and then