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as in fashionable
being in the latest or current fashion
those are some happening duds, man
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as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the downtown theater district is a happening place this autumn
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as in popular
enjoying widespread favor or approval
that might be a happening outfit right now, but not on a woman who'll never see 40 again
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as in experience
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
the President's visit to the school was a real happening for teachers and students alike
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as in event
something that happens
gave a detailed account of all the happenings of the weekend
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as in occurring
to take place
did anything exciting happen over the summer?
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Recent Examples of happening
Craig Hlavaty, Houston Chronicle, 5 Apr. 2018
In any case, these days, the most happening stuff is often happening between the floats.
—NOLA.com, 1 Feb. 2018
Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Baseball fans are headed back to the ballpark today to celebrate the Philadelphia Phillies' Opening Day 2026 at Citizens Bank Park, and there are some new happenings to keep an eye out for.
—Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 5 Apr. 2026
For years, this ultrafast breakdown happening within just one to two femtoseconds (10-15 seconds) has been one of physics’ most stubborn blind spots.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 5 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
What was once a sleepy college town next to a railroad stop is now one of the most happening cities in the state of Texas.
—Craig Hlavaty, Houston Chronicle, 5 Apr. 2018
In any case, these days, the most happening stuff is often happening between the floats.
—NOLA.com, 1 Feb. 2018
Noun
Sign up for The Eat Index, our weekly food newsletter, and find out where to eat and get the latest restaurant happenings in Orange County.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Baseball fans are headed back to the ballpark today to celebrate the Philadelphia Phillies' Opening Day 2026 at Citizens Bank Park, and there are some new happenings to keep an eye out for.
—Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
Now, murders are happening and nobody knows why.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 5 Apr. 2026
For years, this ultrafast breakdown happening within just one to two femtoseconds (10-15 seconds) has been one of physics’ most stubborn blind spots.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 5 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for happening
Adjective
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Like a quality watch, gold necklaces are timeless accessories — living outside of the trend cycle while appearing around the necks of society’s most fashionable year in and year out, no matter the season.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
31 Mar. 2026
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However, this rigorous standard aligns with her upbringing in 1950s Compton, where her parents kept an organic vegetable garden long before the term was fashionable.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Opt for the spring or fall to enjoy the best of the city's buzzing outdoor markets and piazzas.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2026
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Tamarindo, a great stretch of beach for surfing, is equally famous for its nightlife, with buzzing spots like Chiquita's Tamarindo.—
Natalie Hammond,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Rick Rubin, the music producer, introduced Koniver to the neuroscientist and podcaster Andrew Huberman, who invited him onto his hugely popular show in 2024.—
Dhruv Khullar,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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On Sunday, more than 150 Marine families from the battalion were his guests for the club’s very popular Easter brunch.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
5 Apr. 2026
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The situation has fueled broader conversations about event marketing, consumer expectations and accountability when large-scale fan experiences do not match their promotional claims.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, the show features bundle deals and insider offers for discounts on dining and experiences.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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The event features a diverse lineup of live music and art along with food, craft beverages and art installations.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Justin Gaethje, lightweight interim champion — Coming off an upset of Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324 in January to claim the interim belt, Gaethje will face Ilia Topuria in the main event of the UFC White House card on June 14.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
31 Mar. 2026
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In both 2024 and 2025, The Post examined only the arrests that the data identified as occurring in Colorado or at a specific location within the state.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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Trauma Bonding has been widely documented as a naturally occurring result of people who work in professions where they are subjected to multiple traumatic events on a regular basis.—
Opinion Staff,
Daily News,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Diaper cakes may not sound sophisticated, but there are several stylish options that make great centerpieces.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Faux vintage and synthetic materials are also no longer stylish.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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With busy schedules, sitting down to eat a meal as a family can be tricky and cause feelings of guilt.—
Dr. Sarah Kinsella,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Each carried one passenger in the back seat, all of them busy on their phones.—
Catherine Lacey,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Happening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happening. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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