1
as in risen
to leave one's bed
the travelers arose before dawn and were on their way as the sun came up
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2
as in emerged
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly
note in your report any problems that arise while you are conducting the experiment
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as in originated
to come into existence
it is not known exactly how mammals arose, but scientists date the earliest mammals to the Triassic period
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as in ascended
to move or extend upward
slowly the hot-air balloon arose, and the round-the-world flight was begun
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Recent Examples of arisen
Beyond the question of how an angrite-spawning protoplanet could have arisen so early on, the details of its demise are unknown.
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Jenna Ahart, Scientific American, 9 June 2026
Although no successful secession movement has arisen since 1865, contemporary secession movements exist, with varying degrees of seriousness, and in the 21st century polls have shown that interest in secession has been rising.
—Scott Spires Britannica Editors June 3, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 June 2026
But Silicon Valley had arisen in a time and place where access to infrastructure, especially the internet, was relatively free and open.
—Bozorgmehr Sharafedin, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Special circumstances have certainly arisen at the 2026 French Open.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 31 May 2026
His research has helped illuminate how some of the earliest biomolecules may have arisen and how RNA could assemble, replicate and evolve.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Now, with rumours of his departure at the end of the season, the question of his legacy has arisen.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 20 May 2026
After all, the Mavericks are ECHL postseason regulars and this is the first time such conflicts have arisen.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
Cases of misuse have already arisen.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Jenna Ahart, Scientific American, 9 June 2026
Although no successful secession movement has arisen since 1865, contemporary secession movements exist, with varying degrees of seriousness, and in the 21st century polls have shown that interest in secession has been rising.
—Scott Spires Britannica Editors June 3, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 June 2026
But Silicon Valley had arisen in a time and place where access to infrastructure, especially the internet, was relatively free and open.
—Bozorgmehr Sharafedin, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Special circumstances have certainly arisen at the 2026 French Open.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 31 May 2026
His research has helped illuminate how some of the earliest biomolecules may have arisen and how RNA could assemble, replicate and evolve.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Now, with rumours of his departure at the end of the season, the question of his legacy has arisen.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 20 May 2026
After all, the Mavericks are ECHL postseason regulars and this is the first time such conflicts have arisen.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
Cases of misuse have already arisen.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arisen
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Uranium conversion prices have likewise risen from historic lows, but many operations run by Cameco and other refiners remain underutilized.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
13 June 2026
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As of March 18, the death toll in Gaza had risen to 72,253, with another 171,912 injured (figures believed to be vastly underestimated).—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
12 June 2026
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As the investigation continued, evidence emerged that directly contradicted original theories that Jason Hobby had started or maintained the Alexander Mountain Fire.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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In January, Rein Security emerged from stealth to create a platform that actually tracks what AI agents do.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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The network originated in Stephenville, Texas, about 78 miles southwest of Fort Worth, and takes its name from the first three digits of the city’s 76401 ZIP code.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 June 2026
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The findings add to growing evidence that suggests where plague might have originated, experts say — and also challenge ideas about what enabled plague to spread.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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The lights changed colors, and the aircraft ascended high out of view, the report says.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
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Climbers set a record on May 21, when 274 of them successfully ascended Nepal's side of the mountain in a single day, officials said.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Carmen Capo woke to loud banging on her window.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 June 2026
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Contrary to their largely fiscal conservative rhetoric and critiques of universities as overly woke and elitist, Republicans generally sponsor earmarks with gusto across the board, including for colleges and universities.—
Heather McCambly,
The Conversation,
8 June 2026
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As with most investigations of this scale and complexity, the investigation and review of evidence has continued long after the initial incident occurred.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Koné was in straight shock when the injury occurred, holding his leg at first and then placing his hands on his head.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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As recovery efforts continue, residents whose properties were impacted by debris from the fire have begun contacting a cleanup contractor retained by Medline.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Following months of unsuccessful recovery efforts, NASA has officially begun decommissioning the MAVEN orbiter, bringing to a close an 11-year mission that transformed scientists' understanding of Mars and became one of the agency's most valuable assets at the Red Planet.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
17 June 2026
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Prices of essential goods have soared and many people have lost their jobs, with millions now at risk of falling into poverty amid widespread economic struggles.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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Stocks soared on news that Iran would open the Strait of Hormuz and the United States would end its blockade, potentially freeing energy transport.—
Las Vegas Review-Journal,
Twin Cities,
18 June 2026
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“Arisen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arisen. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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