occurrence
noun
oc·cur·rence
ə-ˈkər-ən(t)s 
-ˈkə-rən(t)s
1
: something that occurs
a startling occurrence
Lightning is a natural occurrence.
2
: the action or fact of happening or occurring
—often used with of
the repeated occurrence of petty theft in the locker room
Examples of occurrence in a Sentence
Getting headaches has become a common occurrence for her.
the recent occurrences of the disease
Lightning is a natural occurrence.
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Fluto Shinzawa, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
This growing occurrence is indicative of both the potential and danger of AI writing.
—Tor Constantino, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Survivors can seek damages against state and local governments of up to $890,000 for each occurrence of abuse.
—Amanda Hernandez, Baltimore Sun, 24 Mar. 2025
The couple even hires a nanny to care for the doll but shortly after her arrival, strange occurrences begin leading them down a dark path.
—Keith Langston, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for occurrence
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“Occurrence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/occurrence. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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occurrence
noun
oc·cur·rence
ə-ˈkər-ən(t)s
-ˈkə-rən(t)s
1
: something that occurs
2
: the action or process of occurring
3
: the presence of a natural form or material in a particular place
the occurrence of oil in Oklahoma
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