once in a while

Idioms and Phrases

Occasionally, not very often, as in Once in a while I enjoy going fishing . [Mid-1800s] Also see every now and then ; from time to time .

Example Sentences

"If it wasn't grazed and managed with cows, there would be a lot more forage and then once in a while, there would be a massive fire which would have a detrimental effect and do away with this beautiful area."

From BBC

"I will miss him so much and hope he haunts me once in a while," she added.

From BBC

But then the second one left and we found ourselves making dinner reservations and kind of excited about the whole thing, like I thought to myself, I can do what I want when I want and I can actually enjoy things once in a while, without being on someone else’s schedule.

From Los Angeles Times

Scioscia says he could communicate with Fernando well enough to go out to the mound once in a while and discuss pitches.

From Los Angeles Times

Trump may not ever eat a vegetable but I'd guess even Republicans like to eat a salad once in a while.

From Salon