frequence

noun

ˈfrē-kwən(t)s How to pronounce frequence (audio)
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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  • This, though, may not fully explain the large rise in prevalence, especially as the report found substantial increases across every age and body mass index category.
    — Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
  • And the rover and hopper, if successful, will provide the best available data on the presence and prevalence of water there.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of prevalence
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  • Performance should likewise be assessed across channels, using measures such as total net revenue, customer acquisition, purchase frequency, retention, and returns—not store sales, online growth, or foot traffic in isolation.
    — Ayşe Çetinel, Harvard Business Review, 18 Aug. 2026
  • That allows personnel to train against the physical aircraft, radio-frequency characteristics and flight behavior of DJI systems while attempting to isolate the drones from external data connections.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2026
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“Frequence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frequence. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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