Late and Periodically

Late

Late adverb - After the due, usual, or proper time.

Periodically and late are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Periodically" instead an adverb "Late".

Nearby Words: lately, lateness

Periodically

Periodically adverb - In a sporadic manner.
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Synonyms for Periodically

Late and periodically are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Late" instead an adverb "Periodically".

Both words in one sentence

  • Series / Masters of Horror Posthumous Character: Kirby's late girlfriend Annie is seen only in flashbacks and periodically appears before him as an apparition during his search.
  • Late in the game, you have to go down a corridor where a massive cannon periodically discharges energy which'll send you backwards a hefty distance and hurt you a ton.
  • "Not Making This Up" Disclaimer Late Night with Jimmy Fallon periodically features a "Do Not Read List" of curious books, and he points out at the top of the segment that all of them are real and can be looked up at Amazon.com.
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