- sometimes but not often
- We occasionally meet for a drink after work.
- This type of allergy can very occasionally be fatal.
- Only occasionally was there any doubt that they would succeed.
- Johnston is an intelligent, occasionally brilliant writer.
- Cook on a medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Extra Examples- I tend to paint anything although only very occasionally a portrait.
- Occasionally, the problem is genetic.
- She often felt sick and occasionally vomited.
- The celebrations usually lasted a week but occasionally went on longer.
Oxford Collocations DictionaryOccasionally is used with these verbs:- appear
- encounter
- erupt
- …
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