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
The alternating current going through power lines in the US cycles at a frequency of 60 hertz.
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Umair Irfan, Wired News, 26 Apr. 2025
Ultimately, the best frequency depends on your hair type, styling habits, and how much moisture your strands need.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2025
And his fellow passengers died with some frequency.
—Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 23 Apr. 2025
By Benjamin Din, NerdWallet Airlines are gearing up for their busy summer schedules, flying to new destinations and increasing frequencies to popular cities.
—Nerdwallet, Hartford Courant, 18 Apr. 2025
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Umair Irfan, Wired News, 26 Apr. 2025
Ultimately, the best frequency depends on your hair type, styling habits, and how much moisture your strands need.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2025
And his fellow passengers died with some frequency.
—Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 23 Apr. 2025
By Benjamin Din, NerdWallet Airlines are gearing up for their busy summer schedules, flying to new destinations and increasing frequencies to popular cities.
—Nerdwallet, Hartford Courant, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frequency
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For The 1st Time — At Lower Prices The Challenges Faced By Veterinary Professionals The fun event works to counteract a serious issue: the prevalence of suicide in the veterinary field.—
Jen Reeder,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Prostate cancer is the most common form in men, while stomach cancer leads in prevalence in women.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Frequency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frequency. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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