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Term: occasionally

Part of Speech: adverb

Definition: from time to time; now and then; infrequently

Sense 1: occurring or done on particular occasions, but not regularly or frequently

Usage: She occasionally visits her grandparents on weekends.

Example Sentence 1: Occasionally, I treat myself to a slice of decadent chocolate cake.

Example Sentence 2: He occasionally volunteers at the local animal shelter.

Sense 2: sometimes; irregularly

Usage: Occasionally, he gets lost in his thoughts during class.

Example Sentence 1: I occasionally have a cup of coffee in the afternoon to stay alert.

Example Sentence 2: She occasionally forgets where she left her keys.

Sense 3: used to express that something unexpected or unusual happened

Usage: Occasionally, miracles do happen.

Example Sentence 1: The usually grumpy neighbor smiled at me occasionally.

Example Sentence 2: The restaurant occasionally offers special discounts on weekdays.

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