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occurrence

[uh-kur-uhns, uh-kuhr-] / əˈkɜr əns, əˈkʌr- /


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When physicists say that space-time “exists,” they are often working within a framework that has quietly blurred the line between existence and occurrence.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Gov Abbott issued a proclamation declaring a state of disaster on Friday, which states the outbreak presents "an imminent threat or occurrence of widespread danger and injury to the Texas agricultural industry".

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

“Payrolls have surprised the consensus to the upside for three straight months, a relatively rare occurrence which suggests the improvement is more than just noise.”

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

According to Bank of America, hyperscalers have issued $159 billion in debt this year to date, a unprecedented occurrence for companies that have historically been asset-light.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

I can tell by her expression that it's not that uncommon an occurrence.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins




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