as in recurrent
occurring or appearing at intervals
death and spirituality are recurring themes throughout the whole of this author's work
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as in reoccurring
to occur again
She had a recurring dream in which she could fly.
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Recent Examples of recurring
Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 6 Sep. 2025
This should further increase the bank's base of more recurring revenue streams.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2025
Additionally, someone who opts in to recurring giving will continue supporting that nonprofit for just over eight years, while a non-recurring giver donates to a nonprofit for a little over a year and a half.
—Matt Nash, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Does this bring him into a more recurring, regular role?
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 9 May 2025
The strange makeup of recurring dreams Research has found that most recurring dreams have a negative tone with themes often related to helplessness, failure, or being chased.
—Stacey Colino, TIME, 4 Mar. 2025
Anxiety about pocketbook issues, however, formed a recurring and persistent theme.
—David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2024
The difference between nova and supernova events, according to NASA, is in a recurring nova, the dwarf star stays intact during the explosion.
—Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 31 July 2024
This one-time purchase gets you Microsoft Office 2021 for life—no more recurring or subscription fees.
—Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PCMAG, 26 May 2024
Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026
The FairTax Act is a recurring bill that proposes replacing federal income taxes with a national sales tax.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Jan. 2026
Injuries are muddying the market for players such as Coby White, who has played fewer than half of the games this season because of recurring calf injuries.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
In addition to playing his memorable recurring role as Beans in Disney's Even Stevens sitcom between 2001 and 2003, Lawrence also appeared in several high-profile film projects.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
The rankings were based on state filing fees, tax structures and recurring compliance costs that can quietly add up for new companies.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 5 Jan. 2026
There are five recurring themes of undue influence.
—Virginia Hammerle, Dallas Morning News, 4 Jan. 2026
No, Wade did not mention the possibility of a potential Antetokounmpo move to the Heat, which has been recurring speculation for years.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2026
Otherwise, the programming at this point is mostly devoted to orchestral attractions and other institutional fare, along with children’s programming, a recurring comedy show and touring musicals.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 2 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Audiences can also expect a new teacher, Luke Tennie’s Dominic, and potentially more recurring and guest characters.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 6 Sep. 2025
This should further increase the bank's base of more recurring revenue streams.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2025
Additionally, someone who opts in to recurring giving will continue supporting that nonprofit for just over eight years, while a non-recurring giver donates to a nonprofit for a little over a year and a half.
—Matt Nash, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Does this bring him into a more recurring, regular role?
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 9 May 2025
The strange makeup of recurring dreams Research has found that most recurring dreams have a negative tone with themes often related to helplessness, failure, or being chased.
—Stacey Colino, TIME, 4 Mar. 2025
Anxiety about pocketbook issues, however, formed a recurring and persistent theme.
—David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2024
The difference between nova and supernova events, according to NASA, is in a recurring nova, the dwarf star stays intact during the explosion.
—Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 31 July 2024
This one-time purchase gets you Microsoft Office 2021 for life—no more recurring or subscription fees.
—Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PCMAG, 26 May 2024
Verb
The cost of groceries has become the subject of conversation in many Southern households, as one of the biggest recurring expenses families face.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026
The FairTax Act is a recurring bill that proposes replacing federal income taxes with a national sales tax.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Jan. 2026
Injuries are muddying the market for players such as Coby White, who has played fewer than half of the games this season because of recurring calf injuries.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
In addition to playing his memorable recurring role as Beans in Disney's Even Stevens sitcom between 2001 and 2003, Lawrence also appeared in several high-profile film projects.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
The rankings were based on state filing fees, tax structures and recurring compliance costs that can quietly add up for new companies.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 5 Jan. 2026
There are five recurring themes of undue influence.
—Virginia Hammerle, Dallas Morning News, 4 Jan. 2026
No, Wade did not mention the possibility of a potential Antetokounmpo move to the Heat, which has been recurring speculation for years.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2026
Otherwise, the programming at this point is mostly devoted to orchestral attractions and other institutional fare, along with children’s programming, a recurring comedy show and touring musicals.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 2 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recurring
Adjective
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Among the recurrent themes are suicide, mysteriously intractable sorrow, and failed attempts at familial and romantic connection.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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Surgical options, such as a hemorrhoidectomy, may also be necessary in especially serious or recurrent cases.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Kathleen Wageman, a club leader, said only 47 of the club’s 122 members have committed to renewing their $500 annual memberships because many of them are facing an additional $300 annual fee for parking.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Jan. 2026
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Bar Chelou When faced with renewing its Pasadena lease just after the January fires, the team behind Bar Chelou bistro decided to close.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Dec. 2025
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“Recurring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recurring. Accessed 7 Jan. 2026.
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