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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are intermittent" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that occurs at irregular intervals or is not continuous.
Example: "The internet connection in this area is often unreliable, as it tends to be intermittent during peak hours."
Alternatives: "are sporadic" or "are occasional".
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are intermittent
noun
An intermittent fever or disease.
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Vocal thrills are intermittent.
There are intermittent gunshots.
Phone signals and internet are intermittent.
There are intermittent, semi-surreal tableaux.
Its appearances are intermittent and, for the most part, subtle.
Whereas wind and solar are intermittent, tidal power is continuous.
In spiling the forepoles are intermittent with gaps between.
It's true that the UK needs secure, low-carbon energy and that renewables are intermittent.
Crashes caused by bird strikes are intermittent in small planes and rare among airliners.
Lesser rivers, however, often cease flowing and are intermittent or ephemeral.
Electricity storage Both wind and solar energy are intermittent generators of electricity.
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