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as in recurrent
occurring or appearing at intervals
intermittent showers had me opening and closing my umbrella all day long
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as in sporadic
lacking in steadiness or regularity of occurrence
the breadwinner's intermittent employment put the family in a difficult position financially
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Recent Examples of intermittent
Storing the energy produced by wind turbines and solar panels during peak generation times, storage systems ensure its availability for later use, thus stabilizing the supply and demand of these otherwise intermittent resources.
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George Sakellaris, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Yakutat will experience an additional 2–4 inches of light, fluffy snow by early Sunday, following intermittent lulls Saturday evening.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
Somewhere in between the two, intermittent fasting has been growing in popularity.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Another approach to intermittent fasting is to only consume calories during a certain window in each day, say from noon to 8 PM.
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2025
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George Sakellaris, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Yakutat will experience an additional 2–4 inches of light, fluffy snow by early Sunday, following intermittent lulls Saturday evening.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
Somewhere in between the two, intermittent fasting has been growing in popularity.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Another approach to intermittent fasting is to only consume calories during a certain window in each day, say from noon to 8 PM.
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intermittent
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If tension headaches become chronic and recurrent, a healthcare provider may prescribe medications to prevent attacks.Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 8 Jan. 2025
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An infinitely patient good boy with expressively floppy ears and no (visible) mouth, Gromit is more truly Wallace’s helpmate and recurrent savior.Manohla Dargis, New York Times, 2 Jan. 2025
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The brand had toyed with apparel since the ‘80s with small and sporadic capsule collections but the new apparel designs, hinging on Americana and the preppy look, seem to be accruing fans, too.Martino Carrera, WWD, 14 Jan. 2025
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Consumers in Mexico are using their cell phones to purchase everyday items such as groceries but also to make sporadic purchases on clothing, books, and other items.Nathaniel Parish Flannery, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Anxiety about pocketbook issues, however, formed a recurring and persistent theme.David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2024
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The company has bolstered its software and securities business to diversify and bring in more recurring subscription revenue.Ari Levy, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2024
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The tunes go for three-minute punch, with occasional back-up vocals from Kapranos’ wife, French star Clara Luciani.Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 11 Jan. 2025
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Some winters bring consistent snow and frosty days, perfect for outdoor activities, while others see milder conditions with occasional rain or bare ground.David Nikel, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Ensure your data is accurate and current by conducting periodic reviews of POI datasets, especially for critical markets and high-risk properties.Geoff Michener, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Coastal communities live under the periodic threat that drilling suspensions could be lifted, and a permanent ban promises long-term confidence, particularly for the tourism and fishing industries.Lisa Friedman, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025
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There are even grief counselors and social workers who specialize in sudden loss.Maya Richard-Craven, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Fans were devastated by news of Morrison’s sudden and unexpected death at age 27.Makena Gera, People.com, 12 Jan. 2025
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“Intermittent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intermittent. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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