Synonyms of occur

occur

verb

ə-ˈkər 

as in to happen

to take place

let me know when the lunar eclipse is scheduled to occur

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of occur

The confrontation occurred during the Thorns’ match against the North Carolina Courage at Providence Park in Portland, Oregon. — Matt Calkins , Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Signs such as numbness, vision changes, fatigue, and difficulty walking can occur in many other neurological disorders. — Bruce Bebo, STAT, 24 Oct. 2026

The earthquake's epicenter was about 4 miles west-northwest of Cobb and occurred at a depth of 1 mile. — Ca Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2026

For many women, perimenopause occurs during high earning years at a time when women have more experience and time to give to their careers. — Lyndon Haviland, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026

Phrases Containing occur

• occur (to)