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
Though no other trademark concerns have arisen, Sando is committed to protecting Bean Club and pursuing action when necessary.
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Angela Osorio, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Media investigations found the strike was likely launched by the United States, and questions have arisen of whether the military's AI programs were involved.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
The problems have arisen from slow processing of opposing defenses — an area in which Reid could reasonably offer a breakthrough.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
Other crucial issues have arisen, such as, what is a close vote and when is a recount required?
—Phyllis Tashlik, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
The idea of suspending the state’s gas tax has arisen yet again, a sensible idea in tough times.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Tucker did not answer several follow-up questions, including the vetting process for the Nicholsons and any red flags that might have arisen.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 9 Apr. 2026
In the past, Bravo has resumed filming when controversies including its shows have arisen, most notably with the Vanderpump Rules season 10 cheating scandal called Scandoval.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
However, contrary to popular belief—which may well have arisen from Germany’s desire to distance itself from its Nazi past after the Second World War—carnival ultimately helped the Nazi party transform society in its own image.
—Tim Brinkhof, JSTOR Daily, 1 Apr. 2026
Angela Osorio, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Media investigations found the strike was likely launched by the United States, and questions have arisen of whether the military's AI programs were involved.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
The problems have arisen from slow processing of opposing defenses — an area in which Reid could reasonably offer a breakthrough.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
Other crucial issues have arisen, such as, what is a close vote and when is a recount required?
—Phyllis Tashlik, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
The idea of suspending the state’s gas tax has arisen yet again, a sensible idea in tough times.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Tucker did not answer several follow-up questions, including the vetting process for the Nicholsons and any red flags that might have arisen.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 9 Apr. 2026
In the past, Bravo has resumed filming when controversies including its shows have arisen, most notably with the Vanderpump Rules season 10 cheating scandal called Scandoval.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
However, contrary to popular belief—which may well have arisen from Germany’s desire to distance itself from its Nazi past after the Second World War—carnival ultimately helped the Nazi party transform society in its own image.
—Tim Brinkhof, JSTOR Daily, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arisen
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Energy prices in Asia have risen by almost 70% in some places since the start of the war, forcing countries like Cambodia and Vietnam to ration energy and introduce fuel subsidies.—
Wendy Cutler,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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Since the start of the war, fuel prices in Argentina have risen by more than 20%.—
Anabella González,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
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News of the incidents emerged Tuesday when a video taken April 23 appeared to show federal agents placing crew members in a van in the B Street Pier parking lot.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Wu Tsai has emerged as one of the most powerful figures in the WNBA, guiding and elevating her team in a way that other teams are still trying to emulate.—
Yohana Desta,
Vanity Fair,
7 May 2026
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The formats hotbed of The Netherlands, where The Traitors originated, came out well from K7’s decade-topping list – the first time such data has been compiled – with The Floor from Talpa Studios coming second at 32 adaptations since 2020.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
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Bauck confirmed the state health department has investigated three cases, two of which originated in Minnesota and one involving a person who caught it in another state before coming home.—
Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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Villanova, in year one under coach Kevin Willard, ascended back into the conversation and gave the conference three NCAA Tournament bids, but the Wildcats never threatened the top of the league and their postseason run was short-lived with a first-round loss to Utah State.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
2 May 2026
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Lake Central looms Don’t look now, but Lake Central has ascended to the top spot in the Class 4A state coaches poll and has been simply rolling.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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That was right in the middle of the full-on woke era where normally these covers were reserved for trans models.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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One neighbor said that the sound of the crane hitting the ground woke her up from her nap.—
Ana Maria Soler,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2026
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The incident occurred as Minneapolis faced tensions from federal immigration enforcement operations, reflecting a broader uptick in threats against Congress members in recent years.—
Tim Sullivan,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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According to the five-page affidavit, the arrest stems from an incident that occurred six months ago in Orlando.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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Smart also confirmed that Georgia’s NIL collective had begun issuing fines to players as punishment.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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But administration officials have begun actively soliciting help while toning down their language.—
Ben Finley,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
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Because of downsizing, wait times on the 1-800 number soared last year, with reports of hours-long holds.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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After Hurricanes Katrina and Rita laid waste to drilling, transport and refining facilities around the Gulf of Mexico coast in 2005, gas prices soared in the South, Midwest and along the East Coast, which depended heavily on crude and refined gas produced in or near the gulf.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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