(every) now and again

(every) now and again

Occasionally; sometimes. I don't travel often, but every now and again I just need to get away from the city. My mom has sweets now and again but mostly eats only healthy foods.
See also: again, and, now
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

now and again

Also, now and then. See every now and then.
See also: again, and, now
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

(every) now and aˈgain/ˈthen

occasionally: We see each other every now and again. She sat by the window, looking out now and then to see if they were coming. ‘How often do you go to the theatre?’ ‘Now and then. Not often.’ OPPOSITE: all the time (2)
See also: again, and, now
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

every now and

then/again
From time to time; occasionally.
See also: and, every, now

now and

again/then
Occasionally.
See also: and, now
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
See also:
  • now and
  • now and again
  • now and again/then
  • every now and
  • once and again
  • we must do this again (sometime)
  • over and over
  • over and over (again)
  • Let's do this again
  • let's do this again (sometime)