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More often than not

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12 April 2026

More often than not

We use this expression to talk about something that happens quite regularly.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: Yes

Informal: Yes

Example 1

Do you normally go skiing during the Christmas holidays?

Yes, more often than not. Sometimes we just stay here and see the family, though.

Example 2

Is Jamie here yet? No? When does he normally get in?

He's late more often than not, actually.

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