periodically

word

Definition

At regular times or intervals, something that happens over and over with a certain amount of time between each occurrence.

Usage & Nuances

Used in formal, written, or technical contexts. Commonly appears with verbs like 'check', 'review', 'update', and 'occur'. Implies a repeating action with breaks between each time, not continuously.

Example Sentences

The school fire alarms are tested periodically.

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You should save your work periodically.

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The doctor checks my blood pressure periodically.

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I set reminders to stretch periodically during my workday.

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This app periodically updates its features for better performance.

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You might notice that your computer periodically slows down when it's doing background tasks.

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