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Synonyms & Similar Words
repeatedly
again and again
time and time again
time after time
repeatedly
persistently
continuously
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constantly
perpetually
recurrently
frequently
regularly
habitually
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dullingly
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uninterestingly
boringly
mundanely
prosaically
mechanically
automatically
mindlessly
thoughtlessly
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ceaselessly
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obstinately
Meaning of Over And Over
The primary meaning of "Over And Over" is to repeat something multiple times, often in a continuous or persistent manner.
Definitions
- Used to indicate that something happens or is done repeatedly, often in a continuous or persistent manner.
- * Can be used to describe a repetitive action, thought, or feeling that persists over time.
Etymology of Over And Over
The phrase "Over And Over" is derived from Old English words "ofer" meaning "over" and "and" meaning "and", with the word "over" being used to indicate repetition or continuity.
The phrase has been in use since the 14th century, initially used to describe physical actions, and later expanded to describe abstract concepts and ideas.
Example Uses
- She sang the song over and over until she got it just right.
- * He thought about the problem over and over, trying to find a solution.
- * The teacher made us practice the exercise over and over until we mastered it.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
occasionally
rarely
sporadically
infrequently
irregularly
intermittently
sporadically
once
uniquely
singularly
exceptionally
unusually
seldom
hardly
barely
scarcely
minimally
marginally
negligibly
insignificantly
faintly
subtly