occurrence

/əˈkɜrəns/
noun
  1. An event or incident that happens.
    • We had an unexpected occurrence at work when the power went out.
    • The meteor shower was a rare occurrence that everyone wanted to see.
    • Flooding is a common occurrence in this region during the rainy season.
  2. The fact or frequency of something happening.
    • There has been an increase in the occurrence of allergies among children.
    • Scientists study the occurrence of earthquakes to predict future risks.
    • The doctor noted the occurrence of side effects in several patients.
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