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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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
Now, with rumours of his departure at the end of the season, the question of his legacy has arisen.
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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
There is a trend that has arisen around the NFL in recent years.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 6 May 2026
Cases of misuse have already arisen.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Though no other trademark concerns have arisen, Sando is committed to protecting Bean Club and pursuing action when necessary.
—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
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
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
There is a trend that has arisen around the NFL in recent years.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 6 May 2026
Cases of misuse have already arisen.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Though no other trademark concerns have arisen, Sando is committed to protecting Bean Club and pursuing action when necessary.
—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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arisen
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Fuel shortages mean transporting goods is more expensive, so prices for energy, food, medicine and other basic items have also risen as supplies begin to dwindle.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
16 May 2026
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Thus, anger management classes and guidebooks have risen to this challenge and seek to aid people in managing anger that is beyond the pale.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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When the issue of climate change emerged, it was initially viewed as just another environmental challenge, which environmental groups met with campaigns for national and international climate policies, all while still advocating for the preservation of wildlands.—
John Reid,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2026
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As technology has evolved in innovative and surprising ways over the course of the past several years, new tools have emerged that further support independence and creativity at every turn.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Exactly where in Sacramento County the cases originated has not been released.—
Cecilio Padilla,
CBS News,
20 May 2026
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Alex Mahon was in charge of Channel 4 during the period when the MAFS allegations originated.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
19 May 2026
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So far, only 29 people have ascended to this level above their industry peers, with Collins accomplishing the feat this year due to his solo and Genesis catalogues.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
14 May 2026
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Extrajudicial killings spread across the country when Duterte became president and Dela Rosa ascended the upper echelons of the national police force, according to Human Rights Watch.—
Kathleen Magramo,
CNN Money,
13 May 2026
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The name of the person who woke him up was redacted.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
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The movie opens with Lucila (Anna Díaz, the sole reason to keep watching) being woken by her mother Isabel (Adriana Paz, from Emilia Perez), who instructs her to take care of her little brother before disappearing to Spain.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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All of the passengers survived the crash, which occurred roughly 80 miles from the Florida coast Tuesday, according to officials.—
Matt Lavietes,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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The play occurred early in the game as the Fever held a two-point lead.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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The clinic’s waiting room has begun to thin out for the day.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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Hekmat says customers have already begun naturally crossing between categories.—
Karin Eldor,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Prices have soared above $4 per gallon as peak travel season begins.—
Adam Beam,
AJC.com,
14 May 2026
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Batteries can solve this, and battery imports have soared, but Cuba still lacks utility scale storage, Piñon said.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
13 May 2026
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“Arisen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arisen. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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