Meaning & usage
ともすると is an adverb meaning that something easily happens or tends to happen, often with an unwanted or negative result. It is placed before the verb or phrase describing that likely outcome, as in ともすると押しつぶされる. The tone is written and formal, and it frequently appears with やすい or ケースも出てくる.
Example sentences 4
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ともすると残業が当たり前になってしまう職場もある。
In some workplaces, overtime tends to become the norm.
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忙しいとともすると食事を抜きがちになる。
When busy, one is apt to skip meals.
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ともすると小さなミスが大きな事故につながることもある。
A small mistake can, if one is not careful, lead to a major accident.
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ネットではともすると噂が事実のように広まる。
On the internet, rumors tend to spread as if they were facts.