Definition

To happen or appear again after a period of time; to occur repeatedly.

Example

The same problem tends to recur every few months.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I keep having this dream that seems to recur every few nights.

That sounds interesting! What happens in it?

It's about me exploring an old house that I can't quite remember.

Sometimes dreams like that can really recur for a reason.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Recur is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "currere" (meaning to run). The word describes something that runs again or happens repeatedly.

Memory Tip

Think of something that happens 'again' ('re-') as it 'runs' ('currere') — that's why recur means to happen repeatedly.

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