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occasional
01
happening or done from time to time, without a consistent pattern
Examples
She enjoys the occasional glass of wine with dinner.
Tom 's occasional visits to his hometown always bring back fond memories of his childhood.
02
employed to perform a certain role or job for specific events infrequently or on temporary basis
Examples
He worked as an occasional tutor, helping students only during exam seasons.
She was an occasional bartender, filling in on weekends when the bar needed extra staff.
2.1
engaging in a particular activity from time to time
Examples
She is an occasional runner, only jogging when the weather is nice.
He enjoys being an occasional gamer, playing video games only on weekends.
03
(of furniture) designed for use on special events or for infrequent, temporary purposes
Examples
The occasional table was brought out only when they needed extra space for guests.
An occasional chair in the corner of the room added a decorative but functional touch.
04
referring to works such as literature, music, or art that are created specifically for a particular event
Examples
The composer created occasional music for the king ’s coronation ceremony.
She wrote occasional verse to honor the retirement of a beloved teacher.
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