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frequency

[free-kwuhn-see] / ˈfri kwən si /


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Scientists say human-induced climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme heat events in Japan and elsewhere.

From Barron's Jul. 22, 2026

The system could also convert the frequency of light without requiring additional specialized components.

From Science Daily Jul. 22, 2026

One of the studies met the primary objective of significant reductions in cough frequency after 12 weeks of treatment, while the other didn’t after 24 weeks, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

However, there is a sense of frustration in Beijing at the frequency of political change in London.

From BBC Jul. 12, 2026

It seems an odd name for a frequency that is two times, not eight times, higher.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones

The atoms were sealed inside an isolated system and separated by a thin barrier created with two laser beams of different frequencies.

From Science Daily Jul. 9, 2026

Kossuth's frequencies were instead broadcasting classical music station Bartok Radio, according to AFP news agency.

From BBC Jul. 7, 2026

The new aircraft deliveries will support higher frequencies, the restoration of suspended routes and entry into new destinations across Asia and Europe, the analysts add.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 1, 2026

Spectrum are the frequencies over which wireless calls and data travel.

From Barron's Jun. 30, 2026

The ratio of the frequencies of all perfect fifths is 2:3.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones




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