as in outbreaks
a new occurrence of something that happened or appeared before
We hope to prevent a recurrence of the disease.
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Aid organizations and the United Nations warned that the disaster could worsen hunger and trigger disease outbreaks in a country already gripped by civil war and among the most difficult places in the world for humanitarian efforts.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025 -
Studies of past measles outbreaks in Amish communities indicate this wave of new cases could last many months or a year.—
Alix Martichoux,
The Hill,
30 Mar. 2025
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Additionally, modern systems could streamline permit renewals and inspections, reducing administrative burdens for vendors and the city alike.—
John Murn,
New York Daily News,
4 Jan. 2025
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Prior to the crucial mid-November hearing in front of the judge, Main Street Sports locked in renewals with at least six MLB teams while continuing to speak with the Kansas City Royals.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Recurrences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recurrences. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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