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Baader-Meinhof

Definition:

Baader-Meinhof refers to a phenomenon where, after encountering something for the first time, it seems to appear more frequently or repeatedly in a short span of time. It is also known as the frequency illusion or the recency illusion.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1: The phenomenon of a recently learned word, name, or idea appearing with increased frequency.

Sense 2: The feeling of experiencing a series of coincidences or repeated encounters with the same object or idea.

Sense 3: In political context, Baader-Meinhof refers to the West German militant group active in the 1970s, also known as the Red Army Faction (RAF).

Usage:

Usage 1:

After learning about the concept of Baader-Meinhof, I started noticing the word "serendipity" everywhere. It's as if Baader-Meinhof is at play!

Usage 2:

Yesterday, I watched a documentary on bees, and today I stumbled upon an article about beekeeping. It's another Baader-Meinhof moment!

Usage 3:

During the 1970s, the Baader-Meinhof gang carried out a series of terrorist attacks in Germany.

Sample Sentences:

1. Every time I learn a new uncommon word, it starts appearing regularly in my daily readings. The Baader-Meinhof effect is fascinating!

2. She came across a unique artwork online and then noticed it being exhibited in a local gallery. The Baader-Meinhof phenomenon was in action.

3. When studying history, it's important to learn about the Baader-Meinhof gang and their impact on German society.

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