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again and again

fixed phr..
A2 Elementary Oxford

fixed phr.. This phrase means something happens many times, repeatedly.

fixed phr.. An adverbial fixed phrase indicating that an action or event occurs repeatedly, often with an implication of persistence or monotony.


SIMPLE

He makes the same mistake again and again.

CONTEXTUAL

I've told him again and again not to leave his wet towel on the bed, but he never listens.

COMPLEX

The protagonist relived the same tragic day again and again, each time searching for a different outcome that remained stubbornly out of reach.

Usage

Often used to express frustration or to emphasize the repetitive nature of an action.

Teaching tip

Contrast with 'over and over' (a very close synonym) and 'repeatedly' (which is slightly more formal).

Pitfall

He called again again.He called again and again.The two words must be joined by 'and' to form the correct fixed phrase.

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