Synonyms of occur

occur

verb

ə-ˈkər 

as in to happen

to take place

let me know when the lunar eclipse is scheduled to occur

Synonyms & Similar Words

• happen
• be
• come
• do
• befall
• come down
• come about
• transpire
• come to pass
• come off
• pass
• cook
• go down
• go on
• arise
• hap
• chance
• betide
• rise
• develop
• materialize
• come up
• proceed
• result
• intervene
• shape (up)
• spring (up)
• crop (up)
• fall out
• follow
• turn out
• break
• go off

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of occur

Scientists have warned this year’s El Niño cycle — a naturally occurring weather pattern that pushes up global temperatures — could be particularly potent, with far-reaching impacts for farmers and soft commodities markets. — Jenny Vaughan, semafor.com, 24 June 2026

The quake is believed to have occurred on the Maacama Fault, according to the USGS. — Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 24 June 2026

Core temperature does rise, heart rate climbs and sweating occurs, so there’s genuine physiological overlap. — Allison Palmer updated June 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 June 2026

This occurs around every six months or sometimes more often, if necessary. — Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 24 June 2026

Phrases Containing occur

• occur (to)