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
Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2026
This will be a semi-recurring role that films in January and February.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Dec. 2025
The mother-son duo’s journey began when Udrea identified a pervasive and recurring problem among men with curly hair–razor bumps.
—Essence, 2 Dec. 2025
Audiences can also expect a new teacher, Luke Tennie’s Dominic, and potentially more recurring and guest characters.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 6 Sep. 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
One exception is for excess revenue to be approved by referendum for recurring and non-recurring purposes.
—Anna Kleiber, jsonline.com, 23 June 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
Kansas City Star, 27 Feb. 2026
Whoever prevails will become Nepal’s 16th prime minister in less than two decades, underscoring the recurring political instability that has marked the Himalayan nation since the monarchy was abolished in 2008.
—ABC News, 27 Feb. 2026
Andrew Root is vice president of digital marketing at Penske Media Corporation, leading growth and recurring revenue strategy across a portfolio of professional and consumer subscription products.
—Andrew Root, Sportico.com, 27 Feb. 2026
This spring is an exciting season for acolytes of contemporary art, because two of New York’s most important recurring survey shows will align, giving viewers a chance to engage with a broad swath of new work.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2026
Courteney Cox‘s dogged reporter/stand-in for media immorality Gale Weathers will naturally be on the scene once again, as well a host of recurring characters, fan favorites, and old faces from all six of the previous entries.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
Given the recurring nature of these fan encounters, how the club and MLS handle field security going forward will be a storyline worth tracking.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
Ramirez continues to appeare as Detective Baez in a recurring role on Boston Blue.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Feb. 2026
Earn an annual $100 statement credit for recurring software subscription expenses such as FreshBooks or QuickBooks.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
This was and is a non-recurring, cyclical business totally dependent on transaction volumes, which fluctuate with economic cycles and interest rates.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2026
This will be a semi-recurring role that films in January and February.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Dec. 2025
The mother-son duo’s journey began when Udrea identified a pervasive and recurring problem among men with curly hair–razor bumps.
—Essence, 2 Dec. 2025
Audiences can also expect a new teacher, Luke Tennie’s Dominic, and potentially more recurring and guest characters.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 6 Sep. 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
One exception is for excess revenue to be approved by referendum for recurring and non-recurring purposes.
—Anna Kleiber, jsonline.com, 23 June 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
Verb
Vine Street Sessions, hosted by Janelle Rockwell, is a recurring series designed to highlight different parts of the African diaspora musically, with each week centered around a distinct theme.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Feb. 2026
Whoever prevails will become Nepal’s 16th prime minister in less than two decades, underscoring the recurring political instability that has marked the Himalayan nation since the monarchy was abolished in 2008.
—ABC News, 27 Feb. 2026
Andrew Root is vice president of digital marketing at Penske Media Corporation, leading growth and recurring revenue strategy across a portfolio of professional and consumer subscription products.
—Andrew Root, Sportico.com, 27 Feb. 2026
This spring is an exciting season for acolytes of contemporary art, because two of New York’s most important recurring survey shows will align, giving viewers a chance to engage with a broad swath of new work.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2026
Courteney Cox‘s dogged reporter/stand-in for media immorality Gale Weathers will naturally be on the scene once again, as well a host of recurring characters, fan favorites, and old faces from all six of the previous entries.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
Given the recurring nature of these fan encounters, how the club and MLS handle field security going forward will be a storyline worth tracking.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
Ramirez continues to appeare as Detective Baez in a recurring role on Boston Blue.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Feb. 2026
Earn an annual $100 statement credit for recurring software subscription expenses such as FreshBooks or QuickBooks.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recurring
Adjective
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For women in nursing homes, a little bit of vaginal estrogen could have prevented recurrent urinary tract infections.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Mar. 2026
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Balances were a recurrent problem in the Prokofiev, and, with big and often distracting gestures, Kavakos didn’t always keep up with the soloist, the DSO’s excellent concertmaster, Alexander Kerr.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Mar. 2026
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The transportation department created a rule in February preventing states from issuing or renewing licenses to certain immigrants, including many if not all of the 20,000 drivers affected by the judge's tentative decision.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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The transportation department created a rule in February preventing states from issuing or renewing licenses to certain immigrants, including many if not all of the 20,000 drivers affected by the judge’s tentative decision.—
CalMatters,
Mercury News,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Recurring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recurring. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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