Grammar fix
over and over again
repeated many times
Used when something happens repeatedly, often in a way that feels annoying or frustrating.
expression
How oftenCommon
LevelB2
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
I've watched that video over and over again, and I still can't work out how they did it.
When I was younger, I listened to the same album over and over again, especially when I was travelling by bus.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: I told her over and again to be careful.
Say: I told her over and over again to be careful.
The phrase needs the repeated pattern 'over and over', usually followed by 'again'.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Happen many, many times
How formal?ConversationalMore polished
over and over againYou're here · Everyday emphasis on repetition, often with frustration.
time after timeRepeated occasions, often with the same result.time and againSlightly more formal; it keeps happening despite efforts.