as in outbreak
a new occurrence of something that happened or appeared before
We hope to prevent a recurrence of the disease.
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Recent Examples of recurrence
For example, the PSA Control Tower supports earlier detection of prostate cancer recurrence.
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Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2026
That began the cycle of her cancer flaring, followed by chemotherapy, followed by a few months of remission, followed by another recurrence and more chemotherapy.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 4 Mar. 2026
Not everyone experiences complete relief, though research shows most patients who get shockwave therapy experience significant reductions in pain with lasting effects and a low recurrence rate.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 2 Mar. 2026
So not a recurrence of the previous back issue, but a concern nonetheless for both player and team.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
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Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2026
That began the cycle of her cancer flaring, followed by chemotherapy, followed by a few months of remission, followed by another recurrence and more chemotherapy.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 4 Mar. 2026
Not everyone experiences complete relief, though research shows most patients who get shockwave therapy experience significant reductions in pain with lasting effects and a low recurrence rate.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 2 Mar. 2026
So not a recurrence of the previous back issue, but a concern nonetheless for both player and team.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recurrence
Noun
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There have been outbreaks of tuberculosis and measles at the site, and ICE officers have used the dangerously subpar conditions to pressure detainees to sign papers authorizing their deportation.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2026
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The cruise company notified the CDC of the outbreak on March 11, after the ship had already spent several days at sea.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Without the renewal, DACA recipients are in danger of being placed in deportation proceedings.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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The spokesperson would only say Sedgwick has only one contract renewal option remaining, and because of that, the city would have to solicit bids for a new contract in 2027 at the latest.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Mar. 2026
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Fans who braved the snow outside were rewarded by a 23-second burst where Vladimir Tarasenko scored his 17th and 18th goals of the season.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
16 Mar. 2026
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This captivating fruity-floral blend bursts with a juicy mix of peach, lychee, and bergamot.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
14 Mar. 2026
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This recrudescence of wolf warrior diplomacy is counterproductive and enables Japan to depict China as the bullying hegemon.—
Jeff Kingston,
Time,
30 Nov. 2025
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Who would benefit from the end of community fluoridation and a recrudescence of tooth decay?—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Nov. 2024
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“Recurrence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recurrence. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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