FREQUENCY Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

frequency

noun

ˈfrē-kwən(t)-sē

Definition of frequency

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 And, in doing so, potentially creates more loyalty, trust, and frequency of engagement. — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026 Experts stressed that not all forms of sports betting are harmful, but emphasized that motivation and frequency need to be clear, especially for young people. — Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2026 What has stood out is the frequency of mass killings, even as murders overall fall. — Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026 Nine microphone positions allowed James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo to work the stage, while Hetfield shed guitars with almost the frequency of a pop star changing looks. — Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frequency

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But these trends of a shift from vaping to smoking as a cessation tool are less about changes in smoking prevalence, and more about a public health messaging failure that could have lasting consequences, experts warn.

— Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2026
The prevalence of water-bearing minerals in the Bennu sample also suggests that water-ice that sublimated into vapor just inside the snow line was also part of the material that was transported into the region where Bennu and its cousins were built.

— Keith Cooper, Space.com, 27 Sep. 2026

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