recency

noun

re·​cen·​cy ˈrē-sᵊn(t)-sē How to pronounce recency (audio)
: the quality or state of being recent

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In many ways, though, and at the risk of recency bias, this year may represent one of Harbaugh’s biggest challenges yet. Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025 Unlike standard inboxes that list threads by recency or unread status, its algorithms rank and surface communications based on strategic signals like hiring, fundraising, or partnership cues. Jason Phillips, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025 Those signals rest on several factors, including clarity, structure, authority and recency. Ran Ronen, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025 Due to the recency of Joss' death, fans will hear his voice when Redcorn speaks throughout season 14. Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 4 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for recency

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First Known Use

1612, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of recency was in 1612

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“Recency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recency. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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recency

noun
re·​cen·​cy ˈrēs-ᵊn-sē How to pronounce recency (audio)
: the state of being recent
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