Occurrence

noun
/əˈkɜr.əns/

Meaning

an instance or event of something happening; the fact of occurring
An incident, event, or something that happens.

Example Sentences

The occurrence of earthquakes is common in this region.

The occurrence of such storms is rare in this region.

Synonyms

event, incident, happening, instance, situation, episode
Entry 1
event, incident, happening, instance
Entry 2
event, incident, happening, situation, episode

Antonyms

absence, non-occurrence, prevention, nonexistence
Entry 1
absence, non-occurrence, prevention
Entry 2
absence, nonexistence

Collocations

rare occurrence, frequent occurrence, natural occurrence, unusual occurrence
Entry 1
rare occurrence, frequent occurrence, natural occurrence
Entry 2
frequent occurrence, rare occurrence, unusual occurrence, natural occurrence

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