variants
or ofttimes
as in often
many times
children oftentimes don't realize how quickly time passes
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of oftentimes
The panel — which oftentimes finds itself at the center of controversy in Washington — has jurisdiction over federal courts and law enforcement, among other areas.
—
Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 2 Dec. 2024
These clichés about the importance of family abound, despite the recognition that familial relations are oftentimes hard, if not downright dysfunctional.
—Jeanette Tran, The Conversation, 23 Oct. 2024
One side note is that oftentimes people tend to use generative AI on a one-and-done basis.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
And much to my dismay, the result is oftentimes a disappointing dish.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for oftentimes 
Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 2 Dec. 2024
These clichés about the importance of family abound, despite the recognition that familial relations are oftentimes hard, if not downright dysfunctional.
—Jeanette Tran, The Conversation, 23 Oct. 2024
One side note is that oftentimes people tend to use generative AI on a one-and-done basis.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
And much to my dismay, the result is oftentimes a disappointing dish.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for oftentimes
Articles Related to oftentimes
Thesaurus Entries Near oftentimes
Cite this Entry
“Oftentimes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oftentimes. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share