now and again
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There was also a great story for all the friends to share with one another every now and again, each telling it from his or her point of view.
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Right now, the rascal in him slumbers, briefly glimpsed now and again behind dark shades.
From Los Angeles Times
We only hear word about him now and again from folks who make it through.
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But now and again Mr. Boyd has offered readers a satisfying spy novel.
"Every now and again, my algorithm pops up with something that makes me feel like I'm 14 again," he said.
From BBC
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