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frequent

[free-kwuhnt, fri-kwent, free-kwuhnt] / ˈfri kwənt, frɪˈkwɛnt, ˈfri kwənt /




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Reduced river flows have made it harder to meet the needs of states downstream of Powell, leading to more frequent deficits over the last 25 years.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 16, 2026

His buffoonish bravado and frequent failures alienate everyone who is not completely in his camp.

From Salon Aug. 16, 2026

With extreme weather events becoming increasingly frequent as a result of climate change, the Netherlands will have to rethink a strategy that has until now been "waterproof."

From Barron's Aug. 15, 2026

And how does the corona continue to remain so hot despite frequent eruptions during which it loses huge amounts of energy?

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

But besides his frequent absences, there was another barrier to friendship with him: he seemed of a reserved, an abstracted, and even of a brooding nature.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë

Tresvant previously worked for Nike as chief marketing officer of the Jordan brand, which is wildly popular among younger consumers — the same group that often frequents Taco Bell.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

She plans to rewear an old dress for her son’s college graduation next month after being shocked by the $100-plus prices at the online retailers she frequents.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 28, 2026

The Ocean's Twelve star said she also frequents flea markets and buys artwork while travelling.

From BBC Feb. 13, 2026

Derby Line resident Jonas Horsky, a Franco-American who frequents the library for its bilingual catalogue, told AFP he felt "nostalgic" for the days of unencumbered cross-border travel.

From Barron's Oct. 25, 2025

This is not the sort of woman who usually frequents gallery openings, of any kind.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood

Today, the park is Greenville’s heart and lungs, frequented by joggers, walkers and cyclists.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 9, 2026

A new study published Wednesday in Current Biology found that on Washington state's Olympic Peninsula, vehicle collisions with deer fall by as much as 76 percent in areas highly frequented by mountain lions.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

The properties are right on the water and have been frequented by several high-profile guests over the years, including Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Jennifer Aniston, and former President Barack Obama.

From MarketWatch Aug. 3, 2026

The Fashion District, frequented by nearly 2 million people a year, has deep ties to L.A.’s immigrant communities.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 7, 2026

In the 1950s, when Bobby frequented the establishment, the Bureau was particularly active, hoping to supply information to the House Un-American Activities Committee.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

As Wong and her team fought back, residents continued frequenting the space, donating their own books, tables and benches.

From BBC Mar. 7, 2026

Zach Haroutunian was a student in Boston in 2014 when he began frequenting Saks Fifth Avenue for Balenciaga sneakers, Dolce & Gabbana bags and other designer clothes.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 25, 2025

Others are frequenting pricey stores such as Ralph Lauren, where doormen hand out hot chocolate and a cashmere-silk necktie sells for $250.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 22, 2025

While the crossings remain closed, life has regained a semblance of normality, with bakers kneading bread, fruit and vegetable sellers wheeling out their carts, and customers frequenting shops.

From Barron's Oct. 20, 2025

Rowan didn’t know if it was his imagination, but there seemed to be more scythes and known celebrities frequenting Goddard’s parties than when he first arrived.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman




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