Synonyms

recurring

American

[ri-kur-ing, -kuhr-] / rɪˈkɜr ɪŋ, -ˈkʌr- /

adjective

occurring or appearing again.

Other Word Forms

recurringly adverb
unrecurring adjective

Etymology

Origin of recurring

recur + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The idea is to encourage the individual to take control of their fear of the event recurring.

From BBC

At the same time, private-equity firms are increasingly looking to buy up wealth-management businesses, attracted by the industry’s stable clientele, recurring revenue and relatively low investment costs.

From The Wall Street Journal

Bolsonaro, 70, received his first treatment for recurring hiccups on Saturday, which his doctors said "went well".

From BBC

In December, the startup announced it had crossed $100 million in annual recurring revenue, eight months after it launched.

From The Wall Street Journal

Bolsonaro, 70, had surgery on Christmas Day, followed two days later by a procedure to treat recurring hiccups.

From Barron's

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