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occurrence

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


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Today, screwworm infestations aren’t a regular occurrence in the U.S., but cases have occurred in travelers returning from areas where the flies are present, according to the CDC.

From Los Angeles Times • 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

"We are reviewing the details, and while this is a rare occurrence, manhole covers can get displaced by heavy vehicles. Our thoughts remain with her family, and safety remains our top priority."

From BBC • May 20, 2026

There is only one minor mishap of sorts, one unexpected occurrence.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern




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