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recurrence

noun

Find the meaning of the word recurrence, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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The act of happening again or returning to a previous state or place.

Example Sentence

The recurrence of the disease worried the doctors, but they had a new treatment plan.

Usage Note

Used to describe events, patterns, or conditions that happen more than once, like the return of symptoms in a medical condition, the repetition of a musical theme, or the occurrence of a specific type of problem.