happenchances

Definition of happenchancesnext
plural of happenchance

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for happenchances
Noun
  • Once they’re settled (or at least as settled as they can be given the circumstances), Rich’s show begins.
    Tom Smyth, Vulture, 1 June 2026
  • The real lottery win stems directly from the unique circumstances of his roster journey during the 2025-26 campaign.
    Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
Noun
  • Climate change, from the burning of coal, oil and gas, increased the intensity of Canada's 2023 fire season by at least 50% and doubled the chances of the drier, hotter weather conditions that were needed for the fire, a 2023 study found.
    ABC News, ABC News, 4 June 2026
  • On a press call Wednesday night, USDA officials stressed that the screwworm was not a threat to the food supply and that the chances of large-scale infestation were tiny.
    Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2026
Noun
  • Regular cleaning with vinegar prevents grease buildup, odors, and potential fire hazards.
    Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 4 June 2026
  • Avoiding hazards Over the last century, nearly 200 Caltrans maintenance and construction workers have died on the job.
    William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2026
Noun
  • Best of luck accomplishing your goals today, and, of course, do keep in touch.
    Ed Silverman, STAT, 1 June 2026
  • Jupiter will eventually return to your sign for the first time since 2014, kicking off a major season of luck, growth and expansion.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Noun
  • The industry has been well aware of the risks of the types of chemical accidents that can lead to a thermal runaway reaction, posing the risk of an explosion.
    Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2026
  • Some of the most influential American innovations began as side projects, accidents, or niche engineering solutions before quietly changing how people communicate, travel, work, eat, and survive.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 May 2026
Noun
  • Perhaps even two or three odd happenstances.
    Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 2 June 2026
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“Happenchances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happenchances. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.

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