relevancy

noun

ˈre-lə-vən(t)-sē How to pronounce relevancy (audio)
Definition of relevancynext
as in relevance
the fact or state of being pertinent this new information has no relevancy to the case

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Recent Examples of relevancy Names that balanced regional pride, cultural relevancy, and just the right amount of dad-joke magic. — Mark Glende, Twin Cities, 2 July 2026 If the Mets are looking to charge back into relevancy — in some fashion despite being trade deadline sellers — Lindor will need to return in vintage form to charge the clubhouse. — James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 22 June 2026 Troubled waters In a digitally evolving society, Kodak has been fighting to keep its place and relevancy. — Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 11 Apr. 2026 What the stars wear to the Dolby Theater in March is the culmination of months of business negotiations between talent agencies, stylists and fashion houses, generating millions of views for brands and, when successful, can cement an actor’s relevancy in a fast-moving industry. — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for relevancy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relevancy
relevance
Noun
  • The people who lose relevance will be those whose role depends on preserving friction, controlling access to information, or managing processes no one would design from scratch today.
    — Stephen Messer, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Also, arthouse movies and directors breaking out around the world most often share the interest of a younger audience, making films of contemporary relevance, political and social point and authenticity.
    — John Hopewell, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026
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