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as in waked
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 surfaced
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 rose
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 arose
The state argued incidents that arose from the ICE facility protests in recent months have been handled by local law enforcement and have not been severe enough to be considered a riot or rebellion.
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Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
The controversy surrounding Tilly arose when her creator said a number of agents were interested in representing her.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
Among the things that arose out of those brainstorming sessions was a need to play more uptempo, getting the ball up the floor faster.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 3 Oct. 2025
Controversy over the issue in World Athletics arose when Semenya won Olympic gold in the 800 meters at the 2012 and 2016 Games.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Despite some promising high-concept notions such as an intergalactic federation, mystic beings, parasitic species, a sentient interstellar craft, and Slipstream FTL quantum mechanics, seemingly inevitable creative differences arose as the show progressed.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Important questions about breastfeeding also arose from these conversations.
—Ann Kellams, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2025
The investigation also showed settlement agreements ALDOT had signed with some residents soon after flooding concerns arose, paying each homeowner up to $5,000.
—Maia Rosenfeld, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
The opportunity arose when he was asked to create a key photo and logo for the film’s promotion.
—Mark Gray, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
The controversy surrounding Tilly arose when her creator said a number of agents were interested in representing her.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
Among the things that arose out of those brainstorming sessions was a need to play more uptempo, getting the ball up the floor faster.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 3 Oct. 2025
Controversy over the issue in World Athletics arose when Semenya won Olympic gold in the 800 meters at the 2012 and 2016 Games.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Despite some promising high-concept notions such as an intergalactic federation, mystic beings, parasitic species, a sentient interstellar craft, and Slipstream FTL quantum mechanics, seemingly inevitable creative differences arose as the show progressed.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Important questions about breastfeeding also arose from these conversations.
—Ann Kellams, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2025
The investigation also showed settlement agreements ALDOT had signed with some residents soon after flooding concerns arose, paying each homeowner up to $5,000.
—Maia Rosenfeld, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
The opportunity arose when he was asked to create a key photo and logo for the film’s promotion.
—Mark Gray, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arose
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According to the ministry, most cases are in São Paulo though cases have surfaced as far as Pernambuco and Mato Grosso do Sul.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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After the attack, some of prejudice surfaced online again.—
Niraj Warikoo,
Freep.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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Money that originated in the state budget will make a film an easier target.—
Gershom Gorenberg,
The Atlantic,
3 Oct. 2025
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The fire originated in the southeast corner of the refinery, the City of El Segundo said.—
Hanna Park,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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Major stock indexes rose Tuesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average closing at a record, securing themselves a positive month.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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In stock markets abroad, indexes rose in Europe following a mixed finish in Asia.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
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Anna, who had been asleep in the passenger seat, woke with a start, her notebook slipping out of her arms.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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It's been a long time since anyone blamed hip-hop for being too woke.—
Rodney Carmichael,
NPR,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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While subscription platforms still have their place, AVOD has emerged as a compelling alternative.—
Adam Rumanek,
Rolling Stone,
2 Oct. 2025
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Photos emerged of rescue crews dressed in high-visibility vests, shocked worshippers and faith leaders embracing one another near the synagogue.—
Peter Wilkinson,
CNN Money,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The duo, neither of which was born when Napier first began coaching in 2003, took advantage of Texas’ top cornerback, Malik Muhammed, missing the game.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
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The Longhorns began the season with a 64 percent chance to make the Playoff, according to The Athletic’s projections.—
Grace Raynor,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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After declining in 2023-24 from the highs of the 2022-23 academic year, the percentage of principals and superintendents who left their districts climbed back up last school year.—
Kayla Huynh,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Ahead of us was another staircase, this one stone, which climbed up the front of the tallest of the three pyramids around the plaza.—
Simon Willis,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The agents were reportedly performing a routine patrol in Broadview, a suburb of Chicago, when the alleged assault occurred.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Witnesses told police that the shooting occurred after two parties apparently disagreed about exchanging car insurance information following a minor accident.—
Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Arose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arose. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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