Meaning of many a time and oft | Babel Free

Definitions

Frequently.

archaic, idiomatic, literary, not-comparable

Examples

“Signor Antonio, many a time and oft In the Rialto you have⟳ rated me About my monies, and my usances:”

“And all that winter, when at night The wind blew from the mountain-peak, 'Twas worth your while, though in the dark, The church-yard path to seek⟳: For many a time and oft were heard Cries coming from the mountain-head:”

“"How? And art thou indeed Little John, and Robin Hood's own⟳ right-hand man? Many a time and oft I heard of thee, but never did I hope⟳ to set⟳ eyes upon thee.[…]"”

“The three girl friends were seated on the rocks, enjoying the evening scene and the air which was fresh but not too chilly. Many a time and oft were they wont to come⟳ there to that favourite nook to have⟳ a cosy chat beside the sparkling waves and discuss⟳ matters feminine,[…].”

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