Definition of frequencynext
as in prevalence
the fact or state of happening often the frequency of twins in that family is remarkable

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Recent Examples of frequency According to the simulation, 70% of stars result in signals being broadened in frequency by more than 1 Hz, and 30% of stars produce a broadening of more than 10 Hz, particularly red dwarf stars, which are noted for their strong stellar activity. Keith Cooper, Space.com, 8 Mar. 2026 The pilot acknowledged the frequency change but did not send out any other messages, NTSB officials said. Katie Langford, Denver Post, 8 Mar. 2026 Various microwave frequencies are generated by your oven, radar systems, TV transmitters. Scott Pelley, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026 In fact, reducing irrigation frequency and improving drainage is a great chemical-free way to combat weed problems associated with excess soil moisture. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frequency
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Noun
  • Despite the prevalence of readily available information on pricing and market fluctuations as well as details that make some watches stand out, everyone agreed the excitement around collecting is still alive and well.
    Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Disease prevalence was far higher than anticipated.
    Dr. Céline Gounder, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Microwaves are a range of frequences in the electromagnetic spectrum.
    Scott Pelley, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
  • Wiseman's frequence collaborator, cinematographer John Davey, will also be a guest of Camerimage.
    Carolyn Giardina, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Oct. 2017

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“Frequency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frequency. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.

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