an occasional instance
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an example that happens sometimes but not often
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- There was only an occasional instance of technical difficulty during the live broadcast.
- He remembered an occasional instance where his advice had been ignored.
- Finding an occasional instance of mold in old bread is not uncommon.
- Despite strict rules, an occasional instance of cheating still occurs.
- The manager noted an occasional instance of tardiness among the new employees.
- It was an occasional instance of good fortune that helped them succeed.
- For the most part, the system is stable, with only an occasional instance of minor bug.
- She reported an occasional instance of unusual behavior from the old machine.
- In her long career, there was only an occasional instance of complete failure.
- We observe an occasional instance of exceptional talent in unexpected places.