regularly

adverb

reg·​u·​lar·​ly ˈre-gyə-lər-lē How to pronounce regularly (audio)
ˈre-gyər-lē,
ˈre-gyə-lē,
 also  ˈrā-
1
: in a regular manner
2
: on a regular basis : at regular intervals

Examples of regularly in a Sentence

The sales team meets regularly. We go to church regularly. She goes out to dinner quite regularly.
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Although only 39% of parents report letting their children eat junk food regularly, many admit indulging in private. Christine Michel Carter, Parents, 20 May 2025 Johansson regularly collaborates with stylist Kate Young on her wardrobe for high-profile events. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 20 May 2025 Exercise regularly: Gentle movement like walking, stretching, yoga, or Tai Chi can help support circulation and energy.9 Manage stress: Take time to unwind with hobbies, journaling, deep breathing, mindfulness, or massage. Brandi Jones, Health, 20 May 2025 The royals’ appearance honored the historic gardening festival, which began in 1913 and was regularly attended by Charles’ late mother, Queen Elizabeth, for decades. Jillian Frankel, People.com, 20 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for regularly

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of regularly was in the 14th century

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“Regularly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regularly. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.

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