What is another word for on occasion?
113 synonyms found
Pronunciation:
[ ˌɒn əkˈe͡ɪʒən], [ ˌɒn əkˈeɪʒən], [ ˌɒ_n ə_k_ˈeɪ_ʒ_ə_n]
"On occasion" is a phrase commonly used to describe events or actions that happen infrequently or sporadically. However, there are several synonyms that can be used in its place, such as "from time to time," "once in a while," "now and then," "every now and then," "occasionally," "intermittently," "sporadically," and "at intervals." These synonyms help to add variety and specificity to one's writing or speaking, allowing for a more vivid and engaging description of the subject matter. Whether used in casual conversation or formal writing, using synonyms for "on occasion" can help to add interest and depth to any text or speech.
Synonyms for On occasion:
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adv.
• now and then- at times ,
- not often ,
- now and again ,
- now then ,
- once again ,
- once in a blue moon ,
- once in blue moon ,
- once or twice ,
- from time to time ,
- hardly ,
- once in a while .
- ANON ,
- all at once ,
- at that instant ,
- at that moment ,
- at that point ,
- at that time ,
- before long ,
- later ,
- next ,
- on that occasion ,
- soon after ,
- thereupon ,
- when ,
- years ago ,
- suddenly .
- Whilom ,
- a single time ,
- already ,
- at one time ,
- away back ,
- back ,
- back when ,
- before ,
- but once ,
- bygone ,
- earlier ,
- erstwhile ,
- formerly ,
- heretofore ,
- in the old days ,
- in the olden days ,
- in times gone by ,
- in times past ,
- late ,
- long ago ,
- old ,
- on one occasion ,
- once only ,
- once upon a time ,
- one ,
- one time before ,
- one time previously ,
- only one time ,
- previously ,
- quondam ,
- sometime ,
- this time ,
- time was .
Other relevant words:
• noun
- Semioccasionally ,
- at intervals ,
- at various times ,
- betimes ,
- betweentimes ,
- ever and again ,
- every now and then ,
- every once in a while ,
- every so often ,
- infrequently ,
- intermittently ,
- irregularly ,
- occasionally ,
- on and off ,
- on divers occasions ,
- once and again ,
- periodically ,
- seldom ,
- sometimes ,
- sporadically ,
- time ,
- uncommonly .
How to use "On occasion" in context?
Sometimes something just happens on occasion that can make us feel very grateful. Whether it's a kind gesture by a friend or finding a perfect parking spot, these moments can remind us that life is full ofchance and happenings that we might not have noticed if they hadn't happened on occasion.
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