Always
Always adverb - On every relevant occasion.
Usage example: although we never intend more than an afternoon visit, she always insists we stay for dinner
Sometimes
Sometimes adverb - On some occasions.
Usage example: sometimes I like to go skiing, and sometimes I prefer to stay inside where it's warm
Nearby Word: sometime
Both words in one sentence
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The main character (and sometimes his squadron) can always and sometimes is singlehandedly turning the tide of the war.
Source: Video Game / Ace Combat - He always tries to even the odds through strength in numbers, stealing weapons off his enemies, or just grabbing a bigger gun (sometimes metaphorical, sometimes not).
Source: Combat Pragmatist / Web Original -
Similar with first takes: people think that a first take is always full of mistakes and low quality, and indeed, sometimes that's the case, but sometimes not.
Source: Reality Is Unrealistic
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