adv
periodically
adv
1
From time to time; at recurring intervals.
"He periodically checks the oil level in his car."
"The software periodically backs up your files automatically."
How to Use Periodically
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEvery so often, on a repeating basis.
Common pairings
periodically checked
periodically updated
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Etymology
From periodic + the adverb suffix -ally.