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as in to emerge
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly note in your report any problems that arise while you are conducting the experiment

Synonyms & Similar Words

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Synonym Chooser

How does the verb arise differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of arise are derive, emanate, flow, issue, originate, proceed, rise, spring, and stem. While all these words mean "to come up or out of something into existence," arise and rise may both convey the fact of coming into existence or notice but rise often stresses gradual growth or ascent.

new questions have arisen
slowly rose to prominence

In what contexts can derive take the place of arise?

The words derive and arise are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, derive implies a prior existence in another form.

the holiday derives from an ancient Roman feast

Where would emanate be a reasonable alternative to arise?

While in some cases nearly identical to arise, emanate applies to the coming of something immaterial (such as a thought) from a source.

reports emanating from the capital

How do flow and spring relate to one another, in the sense of arise?

Flow adds to spring a suggestion of abundance or ease of inception.

words flowed easily from her pen

When might issue be a better fit than arise?

The meanings of issue and arise largely overlap; however, issue suggests emerging from confinement through an outlet.

blood issued from the cut

When is it sensible to use originate instead of arise?

Although the words originate and arise have much in common, originate implies a definite source or starting point.

the fire originated in the basement

When would proceed be a good substitute for arise?

The words proceed and arise can be used in similar contexts, but proceed stresses place of origin, derivation, parentage, or logical cause.

advice that proceeds from the best of intentions

When can spring be used instead of arise?

In some situations, the words spring and arise are roughly equivalent. However, spring implies rapid or sudden emerging.

an idea that springs to mind

When is stem a more appropriate choice than arise?

The synonyms stem and arise are sometimes interchangeable, but stem implies originating by dividing or branching off from something as an outgrowth or subordinate development.

industries stemming from space research

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of arise The juror also explained brief confusion Wednesday afternoon that arose out of a verdict that jurors later retracted before it was read in court. Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2025 As the night passed in Iran, questions arose about what time zone the Iranian government might have been referencing in its threat. Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 18 June 2025 That relationship acts as a foundation for managing chronic conditions, staying current with preventive screenings and getting guidance when new symptoms arise. Jane Tavares, The Conversation, 17 June 2025 The ventures announced, as well as the expansion into new sectors like cryptocurrency and telecommunications, have drawn scrutiny from ethics watchdogs who have raised concerns over potential conflicts of interest arising from the use of the president's brand and office for financial gain. Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for arise
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arise
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  • Subsequently, in my waking life, the sight of a dog turned me into, well, a scaredy cat.
    Thomas Cangelosi, Hartford Courant, 27 June 2025
  • This could occur for players who tried to wake the game from sleep mode or who pressed a button to merely preview a purchasable item, the agency said in a complaint, which outline offenses from 2017 to 2022.
    Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 26 June 2025
Verb
  • Outlook for the region In emerging markets such as those in Southeast Asia where labor costs are low, companies may feel less motivated to boost efficiency through adoption of technology.
    Bernice Ooi, CNBC, 26 June 2025
  • Looking forward, emerging capabilities promise greater transformation.
    Richard Lebovitz, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
Verb
  • Thomas officially began to practice and compete with the women's swimmers in Fall 2021.
    Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2025
  • Sacramento’s search for a point guard began as soon as the Kings hired Scott Perry as their new general manager.
    Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2025
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  • Refill and reuse is a rising movement: both a return to commonsense practices our grandparents knew — and a path forward toward innovation.
    Rachel Bustamante, Baltimore Sun, 28 June 2025
  • Even more depressing is the scene at the end of President Andrews' address, when both sides of the aisle and all of the spectators rise in unanimous, unrestrained applause.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 28 June 2025
Verb
  • The release, which debuted at an exclusive LA pop-up and will roll out globally on June 20, marks a major moment for the brand.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 20 June 2025
  • Still, the device isn’t exactly ready to be rolled out into public use.
    Jay Kakade June 22, New Atlas, 22 June 2025
Verb
  • Something as in some force or magic that was starting to surface.
    Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
  • Breslow is likely to trade from a surplus of outfielders, with Jarren Duran’s name surfacing on a few occasions already.
    Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 28 June 2025
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  • Ali attended Loughborough University, and originates from Ipswich.
    Ali Rampling, New York Times, 22 June 2025
  • One claims that the area’s name originates from the love story between the demigod Hercules and a nymph named Amalfi.
    Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025
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  • Models ascended monumental metal scaffolding, walked through cascading fountains in towering Kiss boots, and turned the runway into performance art.
    Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 30 June 2025
  • The Western States 100 ranks as America’s top ultramarathon, launching from the Palisades Tahoe ski resort and ascending to nearly 9,000 feet before dropping into Auburn, California.
    Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 30 June 2025

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