Ever so often vs every so often

The correct phrase is 'every so often.' 'Ever so often' is not a standard English expression. 'Every so often' is commonly used to mean occasionally or from time to time.

Last updated: April 12, 2024 • 188 views

Ever so often

'Ever so often' is not a standard English expression.

This phrase is not commonly used in English. It is better to use 'every so often' instead.

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Ever so often, Lexa leaves small things by the edge of the water. A handful of buttons. A silver necklace that used to be her mother's. Half a pastry.

every so often

'Every so often' is the correct phrase commonly used in English.

This phrase means occasionally or from time to time. It is used to describe events that happen infrequently but regularly.

Examples:

I visit my grandparents every so often.
Every so often, she likes to take a break from work.
We go out for dinner every so often.
The train arrives every so often.
They meet up for coffee every so often.

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