sometimes
Americanadverb
adverb
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now and then; from time to time; occasionally
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obsolete formerly; sometime
Etymology
Origin of sometimes
Example Sentences
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“I know, sometimes someone wants to make a good story because of it, but we have to tell you why.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Those of us who practice writing as a professional craft have an ethical duty, and sometimes a contractual obligation, to ensure that our work is original.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
"I think sometimes it enables people not to look in the mirror, not to observe themselves and their own societies."
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
"There's certain situations where pride holds you back - but sometimes you have to just shed that pride and go for it."
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
I hated that gloomy old house and sometimes I almost hated Willem for always seeing the dark, hard side of things.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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