FREQUENTLY Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

frequently

adverb

ˈfrē-kwənt-lē

Definition of frequently

as in often

many times our oddball uncle frequently lets himself into our house without knocking

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Recent Examples of frequently Families without those resources frequently provide those things themselves, paying with their income, careers and future financial security instead. — Samir Shah, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026 The matter has escalated to litigation Once a creditor decides to sue over a debt, communication frequently shifts from the call center to a legal team, and the phone calls that once felt relentless can stop abruptly. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 They were seen close to the border with Zamfara state, where armed gangs who frequently raid Nigerian towns and villages are concentrated. — ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026 Also, in many states, victims’ rights amendments guarantee to victims of crimes the opportunity to participate in criminal trials, and frequently constrain defendants’ rights. — Quinn Yeargain, The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frequently

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Constant said failure to appear charges, often due to the bus being late, a lack of childcare or permission to take the day off from work, are driving Connecticut’s pretrial population.

— Kaitlin McCallum, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
The danger comes as drivers hunt for limited street parking, often making their own way, and beachgoers cross four lanes of high-speed traffic.

— Laurie Perez, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of often

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Hughes says that miscarriage concerns are common for pregnant women and that doctors are constantly discussing risks and benefits with their patients.

— Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
Phones carry cyberbullying, group-chat disputes, read receipts and the pressure to remain constantly available.

— Kavin Bendre, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of constantly

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Western officials have repeatedly flagged Beijing’s supply chain dominance as a strategic challenge, with critical mineral demand expected to grow exponentially, particularly as the clean energy transition picks up pace.

— Sam Meredith, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026
Russia has lost the edge in its long-range strike campaign against Ukraine, despite repeatedly launching large numbers of drone and missile attacks.

— Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026

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