a common occurrence

Frequency: 8.626.0 per million words

a fixed phrase for something that happens often

Examples (10)

  • These mild fits are quite a common occurrence in babies.
  • In big cities, traffic jams are a common occurrence.
  • For professional athletes, injuries can be a common occurrence.
  • Power outages used to be a common occurrence during winter storms.
  • Seeing deer in our garden has become a common occurrence lately.
  • Misunderstandings are a common occurrence in any large team.
  • Unfortunately, extreme weather events are becoming a more common occurrence due to climate change.
  • In this remote village, visits from outsiders are not a common occurrence.
  • Losing your keys is a common occurrence for many people.
  • Early morning fog is a common occurrence along the coast.