Synonyms of happen

happen

verb

ˈha-pən 

as in to occur

to take place

did anything exciting happen over the summer?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• occur
• come
• be
• do
• pass
• befall
• come down
• come about
• proceed
• cook
• materialize
• transpire
• come to pass
• come off
• go down
• arise
• chance
• go on
• hap
• betide
• result
• rise
• develop
• intervene
• break
• come up
• follow
• shape (up)
• spring (up)
• fall out
• crop (up)
• turn out
• go off

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of happen

Every trial-and-error adjustment, rectified mistake and engineering adjustment before that moment had happened entirely on a computer screen. — New Atlas, 15 July 2026

In truth, Icons stands to benefit regardless of what happens when England faces Argentina in the semifinals on Wednesday. — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 15 July 2026

The ride will remain closed until the repairs are done, Carowinds said, although officials did not provide a timetable for when that would happen. — Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026

As Singh tries to prevent that from happening, his efforts are transposed with Gaitonde’s story, an epic tale that examines the nature of power amid the city’s religious and economic tensions. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026

Phrases Containing happen

• happen (on or upon)
• happen (upon)