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incidence

[in-si-duhns] / ˈɪn sɪ dəns /


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In fact, adding more qubits usually corresponds with a higher incidence of errors.

From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026

Some forecasters are predicting that Northern California will see an above-normal incidence of significant fires due to the dryness of the vegetation, but the picture for Southern California is less clear.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

The higher dosage of misoprostol required when it’s used alone can also lead to a greater incidence of benign but uncomfortable side effects like nausea and diarrhea.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

Among younger adults, incidence rates rose by about 0.5% per year, eventually reaching nearly 7 cases per 100,000 person-years.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

The boast seemed justified to Jim and Farmer when they read the official data, which revealed a remarkably low incidence of TB.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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