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Finding Repeating elements in an Array

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Problem Statement

Easy

Write a function find_repeating(arr) that takes a list of integers arr and returns a sorted list of all elements that appear more than once in the array. If no element repeats, return an empty list.

Constraints
  • 0 <= len(arr) <= 10^5
  • -10^6 <= arr[i] <= 10^6

Examples

Example 1
Input
arr = [1, 2, 3, 2, 4, 3]
Output
[2, 3]
Explanation

2 appears twice and 3 appears twice. Both are repeating elements.

Example 2
Input
arr = [1, 2, 3, 4]
Output
[]
Explanation

All elements appear exactly once. No repeating elements.

Example 3
Input
arr = [5, 5, 5, 5]
Output
[5]
Explanation

5 repeats (appears 4 times).

Need a Hint?
Consider using Arrays-specific data structures like sets or heaps.
Edge Cases to Watch
  • Empty input structures
  • Single element inputs
  • Large numerical bounds

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