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
  • Retail traders' role Part of the selloff can also be explained by the prevalence of small investors in Korea.
    Alex Harring, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
  • Those aged 18–34 experienced the fastest rise in CHS prevalence, with young adults, Hispanic individuals, Black individuals, and males having the overall highest 10-year prevalence.
    Boston Herald editorial staff, Boston Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
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  • 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 12 Mar. 2026.

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