Definition of frequencenext
as in prevalence
the fact or state of happening often the frequence of that cough is worrisome; perhaps you should see a doctor

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Recent Examples of frequence 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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Noun
  • This is why wastewater can give us a better picture of the prevalence of illnesses not always easily detected in a healthcare setting, said Bidwell, especially because most people recover at home without seeing a doctor or being formally diagnosed.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 29 May 2026
  • The point of diversity theory is to both compile a list of species and capture the prevalence of each.
    Gideon Yoffe, The Conversation, 29 May 2026
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  • The letter also detailed drops in the quality of casework at DCF, including significant declines in the frequency of in-person visits with adults and children.
    Laura Tillman, Hartford Courant, 2 June 2026
  • To map this invisible chaos, the reSail team outfitted the Bow Olympus — a chemical tanker operated by Odfjell — with high-frequency LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) systems.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026

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“Frequence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frequence. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

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