recur

• 动词，表示某事物再次发生、重复出现，或按一定的时间间隔反复发生。

A verb used to indicate that something happens again, repeatedly, or at intervals.

1. Happen againB2formal

   To occur or take place repeatedly or after an interval.

   复发

   • The problem tends to recur every few months.
   • Her symptoms recurred after she stopped taking the medication.
   • The theme of loss recurs throughout the novel.

   同义词reappearrepeatresurfacereturn

2. Return in thought or speechC1formal

   To go back to an idea, subject, or memory in one's mind or conversation.

   重提

   • He often recurs to his childhood memories when he feels nostalgic.
   • The speaker recurred to the main point several times during the lecture.
   • In her diary, she recurs to the same worries about the future.

   同义词come backgo backhark backreturnrevert

3. Have recourse toC1formal

   To turn to something or someone for help or support.

   求助于

   • When in doubt, he recurs to his mentor for advice.
   • The lawyer recurred to the original contract to clarify the terms.
   • She recurred to her notes to verify the facts.

   同义词appealapplyfall backresortturn