emergence
noun
emer·gence
i-ˈmər-jən(t)s 
1
: the act or an instance of emerging
2
: any of various superficial outgrowths of plant tissue usually formed from both epidermis and immediately underlying tissues
3
: penetration of the soil surface by a newly germinated plant
Examples of emergence in a Sentence
the emergence of the Internet as an important means of communication
the economy's emergence from a recession
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The emergence of Naji Marshall and Max Christie as reliable complementary players has also been a pleasant surprise.
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Mike Curtis, Dallas Morning News, 14 Feb. 2026
Bulbs that are planted on the south and west sides of your home and other structures are especially prone to premature emergence, as these areas are warmer because of the reflected sunlight.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Feb. 2026
The Heat’s ongoing injury issues have led to more losses than wins lately, but those absences have also led to the recent emergence of Jakucionis after spending the first part of his rookie season in the G League.
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With that mindset, Krueger has become the leading scorer for Kankakee Valley (20-4), whose turnaround reflects her emergence.
—Noah Poser, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
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Mike Curtis, Dallas Morning News, 14 Feb. 2026
Bulbs that are planted on the south and west sides of your home and other structures are especially prone to premature emergence, as these areas are warmer because of the reflected sunlight.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Feb. 2026
The Heat’s ongoing injury issues have led to more losses than wins lately, but those absences have also led to the recent emergence of Jakucionis after spending the first part of his rookie season in the G League.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
With that mindset, Krueger has become the leading scorer for Kankakee Valley (20-4), whose turnaround reflects her emergence.
—Noah Poser, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
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“Emergence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/emergence. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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emergence
noun
emer·gence
i-ˈmər-jən(t)s
: the act or an instance of emerging
Medical Definition
emergence
noun
emer·gence
i-ˈmər-jən(t)s
: a recovering of consciousness (as from anesthesia)
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