1
as in rising
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 emerging
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 originating
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 ascending
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 arising
The amplitude of gravitational waves arising dense masses (black holes and/or neutron stars) inspiraling into a low-mass black hole’s event horizon is the greatest in the known Universe.
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Big Think, 7 Nov. 2025
But, unlike Section 122, there’s no limit to the level or duration of tariffs arising from Section 301 investigations.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
Reference to lynchings pervaded the cases arising from the roundup.
—Equal Justice Initiative, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Airglow is a natural phenomenon arising from chemical reactions high in Earth's upper atmosphere, where atoms and molecules release light in the process.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Capturing critters depends heavily on intuition arising from experience, perception, and judgment.
—Glenn Zorpette, IEEE Spectrum, 4 Nov. 2025
In particular, this history suggests that when each side views the other as an existential threat, maintaining political power becomes the greatest imperative—which only increases the likelihood of authoritarian solutions arising as a result.
—Time, 21 Oct. 2025
All disputes arising out of or connected with this Promotion will be resolved individually, and without resort to class action, exclusively by a state or federal court located in New York, New York.
—Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
The number of people using the FAIR plan for fire insurance has increased dramatically in recent years as companies have pulled back business in the state due to losses caused by major wildfires arising from risks due to climate change and other factors.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Big Think, 7 Nov. 2025
But, unlike Section 122, there’s no limit to the level or duration of tariffs arising from Section 301 investigations.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
Reference to lynchings pervaded the cases arising from the roundup.
—Equal Justice Initiative, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Airglow is a natural phenomenon arising from chemical reactions high in Earth's upper atmosphere, where atoms and molecules release light in the process.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Capturing critters depends heavily on intuition arising from experience, perception, and judgment.
—Glenn Zorpette, IEEE Spectrum, 4 Nov. 2025
In particular, this history suggests that when each side views the other as an existential threat, maintaining political power becomes the greatest imperative—which only increases the likelihood of authoritarian solutions arising as a result.
—Time, 21 Oct. 2025
All disputes arising out of or connected with this Promotion will be resolved individually, and without resort to class action, exclusively by a state or federal court located in New York, New York.
—Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
The number of people using the FAIR plan for fire insurance has increased dramatically in recent years as companies have pulled back business in the state due to losses caused by major wildfires arising from risks due to climate change and other factors.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arising
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There are trade-offs, of course—rising Obamacare premiums will harm people, too.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
11 Nov. 2025
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Both consultants estimated that inflation in Caracas is currently running between 20% and 30% a month and is destined to keep rising as long as the bolivar depreciation continues.—
Stefano Pozzebon,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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Super Leaders not only embrace emerging technology but leverage it for both their own growth as well as the growth of their team.—
Kelly Jones,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Material World is a weekly roundup of innovations and ideas within the materials sector, covering news from emerging biomaterials and alternative leathers to sustainable substitutes and future-proof fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Nov. 2025
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As of mid-October, the NHTSA said the carmaker was aware of nine fires originating from vehicles that received remedy software in last year's recall.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
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How to see Taurid meteor showers Both the southern and northern Taurid meteor showers — originating from Comet Encke’s debris trail — will peak over California in November.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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In fact, rumors even indicate a funeral has already been planned and Prince William has taken on more duties in preparation for ascending the throne.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
6 Nov. 2025
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Sixteen years ago, food scientists in Brazil created a new system called Nova, which grouped foods into four ascending health categories based on processing.—
David A. Brenner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Nov. 2025
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Try to eat breakfast soon after waking, keep mealtimes regular, and avoid heavy meals right before bed.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Leanos recalls her sister waking her up to tell her that the video was going viral.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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The views are stunning, with dense jungle lining the riverbanks and pink dolphins occasionally surfacing around dawn and dusk.—
Aaron Randolph,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Chrome After surfacing during the Art Deco movement in the 20s, chrome became prevalent in mid-century modern design and then again in the 80s.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
5 Nov. 2025
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But while the plants are generating increasingly widespread enthusiasm, dark events are beginning to overshadow the news.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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Some Americans are beginning to see this month's SNAP food benefits restored.—
Jennifer Ludden,
NPR,
7 Nov. 2025
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As Arizona squeezes more money from its decreasing share of river water, freighting every drop with critical industries and a booming housing market, the price of water is bound to keep climbing.—
Austin Corona,
AZCentral.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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The series is already becoming an obsession among Apple TV subscribers, quickly climbing up the streamer's top TV charts.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Arising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arising. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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