as in accompanies
to occur or exist at the same time
the chronic depression that so often co-occurs with drug abuse
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Recent Examples of co-occurs
Postprandial hypotension is common in older adults and often co-occurs with orthostatic hypotension.
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Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 16 Aug. 2025
Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 16 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for co-occurs
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From the beginning, the emphasis centered on preparation, consistency, and respect for the emotional complexity that accompanies divorce and custody matters.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Creams and lotions can help ease the itching that accompanies the rash, and prompt medical attention reduces the chance of complications like postherpetic neuralgia or vision problems.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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Natty’s debut coincides with the start of the Nationals’ weekend homestand against the Baltimore Orioles.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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The timing of SpaceX’s decision coincides with the company’s preparations to go public with an IPO as soon as this summer.—
Andrew Cunningham,
ArsTechnica,
11 May 2026
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“Co-occurs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/co-occurs. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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