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occurring or done once every three months
- The company held its quarterly earnings call to update investors on its financial performance.
- The magazine published its quarterly report on industry trends.
- She scheduled her quarterly dental check-up for the end of March.
- They conducted their quarterly inventory count at the beginning of each new quarter.
- The bank sent out quarterly statements to its account holders.
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calculated or due every three months
- She receives a quarterly statement from her bank to review her account balance.
- The insurance company requires a quarterly premium for coverage to remain active.
- Their quarterly earnings report showed a significant increase in revenue.
- The apartment complex charges a quarterly maintenance fee to cover common area upkeep.
- He makes quarterly tax payments to avoid a large bill at the end of the year.
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(of a shield or design) sectioned into four distinct parts or compartments
- The knight bore a quarterly shield, with each section displaying a unique family emblem.
- Their quarterly coat of arms symbolized the union of two noble families, one emblem in each quarter.
- The family crest was quarterly, showcasing different ancestral symbols in each compartment.
- The arms were quarterly, with distinct patterns representing both the maternal and paternal heritage.
- His quarterly heraldic design was intricate, with various colors and symbols filling each quarter of the shield.