oft
Americanadverb
abbreviation
adverb
Etymology
Origin of oft
before 900; Middle English oft ( e ), Old English oft; cognate with Old Frisian ofta, Old Saxon oft ( o ), German oft, Old Norse opt
Example Sentences
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It has been oft noted by commentators who excel at statements of the obvious that Berkshire has enough cash to buy many of the world’s most-admired companies.
From Barron's
That’s one reason that the reputations of most presidents improve after they leave office: Contrary to Shakespeare, it’s the evil men do that’s “oft interred with their bones.”
From Seattle Times
The lie, oft repeated, becomes for many, the truth.
From Salon
“I don’t know,” she was oft quoted as saying.
From Seattle Times
Do this, as oft as ye shall drink it, in remembrance of me.
From BBC
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