as in prevalence
the rate at which something happens
They found an increased incidence of crime in the city when social programs were cut.
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Recent Examples of incidence
Well, back in the 1920s, when tuberculosis was more common, doctors at Johns Hopkins Hospital noticed that patients with TB had a lower incidence of cancer.
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Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 25 Mar. 2025
Some of the first recorded causal links date back to 1775 with a high incidence of scrotal cancer in chimney sweeps, and in 1907, when workers developed skin cancer as a result of handling tar or pitch.
—John F. McQuillan, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
In 2023, the HIV incidence rate there was double the national average, and HIV was the top cause of death among the groups’ young men.
—Adam Williams, The Christian Science Monitor, 20 Mar. 2025
There has been a notable increase in incidence rates for many cancer types among women and younger adults, research shows.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 4 Apr. 2025
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Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 25 Mar. 2025
Some of the first recorded causal links date back to 1775 with a high incidence of scrotal cancer in chimney sweeps, and in 1907, when workers developed skin cancer as a result of handling tar or pitch.
—John F. McQuillan, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
In 2023, the HIV incidence rate there was double the national average, and HIV was the top cause of death among the groups’ young men.
—Adam Williams, The Christian Science Monitor, 20 Mar. 2025
There has been a notable increase in incidence rates for many cancer types among women and younger adults, research shows.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incidence
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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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By better understanding this process, scientists can learn more about the functions of the planet and what happens beneath its surface, including the occurrence of earthquakes that have been linked to this process, McMillan said.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
18 Apr. 2025
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The state has seen multiple chaotic occurrences at school board meetings in recent months related to debates over trans athlete inclusion.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
18 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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“Incidence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incidence. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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