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Oftentimes Definition & Meaning

oftentimes
adverb
  1. many times at short intervals; "we often met over a cup of coffee"

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Frequently asked questions

What does oftentimes mean?
many times at short intervals; "we often met over a cup of coffee"
What part of speech is oftentimes?
Oftentimes is an adverb.

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