1
as in periodic
appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time
our local multiplex usually has frequent showings of blockbusters, with starting times about every half hour
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2
as in usual
often observed or encountered
finches are frequent sights in this part of the country
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as in to haunt
to go to or spend time in often
like their counterparts elsewhere, the town's teenagers like to frequent the local malls
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as in prevalence
the fact or state of happening often
the frequentness and the fierceness of the storms that winter were unprecedented
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Recent Examples of frequent
Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2025
To accurately reflect the varied lives and circumstances of Americans, researchers need large sample sizes and more frequent sampling.
—Brian Deese, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Rebecca Cairns, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
Hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies frequent the unusual blooms.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
This was just one of many quarrels between the two that grew more frequent.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2025
To accurately reflect the varied lives and circumstances of Americans, researchers need large sample sizes and more frequent sampling.
—Brian Deese, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Verb
Today, it’s frequented by locals before exams or important business meetings.
—Rebecca Cairns, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
Hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies frequent the unusual blooms.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frequent
Adjective
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Businesses in leisure and hospitality across the country reported fewer Canadian tourists, in part a response to Trump’s policies, according to the Federal Reserve’s periodic survey of businesses across the country.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
25 Apr. 2025
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Contingent income notes offer periodic income—say, 9% annually—as long as the underlying asset or index doesn’t fall below a preset barrier.—
Sergei Klebnikov,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For example, the fires in New Jersey this week have been part of trend: So far in 2025, New Jersey has experienced nearly twice as many wildfires as usual.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Rosemary Oil Shampoo Add a few drops of rosemary oil to your shampoo and wash your hair as usual.—
Carley Millhone,
Health,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Ever since Harry brought up Rusby following his brief encounter with him at the nursing home, the corrupt guard has haunted Kev.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Moyes was witnessing a familiar failing come back to haunt Everton.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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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
Adjective
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Strengthening: Add exercises to your regular workout routine that strengthen your hip adductors, pelvic muscles, and lower abdomen.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
22 Apr. 2025
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Still in regular contact with his two now-teenagers by his fashion designer ex-wife, Georgina Chapman, Weinstein had wanted to shield them from the fact of his cancer.—
Phoebe Eaton,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This development mirrors the revolutionary vision of personal computing, suggesting a future where AI agents could become as ubiquitous as desktop computers. 2.—
Gaurav Pathak,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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And although offal may never become as ubiquitous as muscle meat in American diets, more people eating organ meats could come with some positives.—
Valerie Trapp,
The Atlantic,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Many face trouble in getting to a hospital, given the burden of travel, the exhaustion of prolonged treatments, and the emotional strain of needing to visit medical facilities constantly, all while not knowing what the future holds.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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For more Deals, visit www.foxnews.com/category/deals Nautical chaise: on sale for $369 (30% off) Original price: $525 Soak up the sun on your new nautical chaise.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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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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As noted, having pelvic pain or pressure that emanates from your bladder, as well as newfound urinary urgency or frequency, can certainly lead your doctor to suspect IC/BPS.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Frequent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frequent. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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