frequency

noun

ˈfrē-kwən(t)-sē How to pronounce frequency (audio)
Definition of frequencynext
as in prevalence
the fact or state of happening often the frequency of twins in that family is remarkable

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Recent Examples of frequency Sarah Callan, who heads up the aquarium’s animal rescue program, said the frequency of sightings appears to be increasing. — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 31 Aug. 2026 Start fertilizing at planting, and adjust feeding frequency depending on the formula and petunia variety. — Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 31 Aug. 2026 Researchers found a link between bowel movement frequency and long-term health. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026 The attack Friday night was the deadliest this year in the war and came as Russia steps up the frequency of major attacks on its neighbor in the hopes of exhausting Ukraine’s defenses. — Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frequency
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  • The prevalence of tech firms as hotspots for talent signals a wider boom amid Australia’s startup scene, which in recent years has been attracting attention and investments from venture capitalists.
    — Charlotte Hu, Time, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Researchers behind the study, the largest ever of deceased NFL players’ brains, said the true prevalence of brain disease at death was probably higher.
    — Rick Maese, Washington Post, 25 Aug. 2026
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  • Microwaves are a range of frequences in the electromagnetic spectrum.
    — Scott Pelley, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
  • Wiseman's frequence collaborator, cinematographer John Davey, will also be a guest of Camerimage.
    — Carolyn Giardina, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Oct. 2017
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“Frequency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frequency. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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