as in to happen
to take place
let me know when the lunar eclipse is scheduled to occur
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Recent Examples of occur
Then, during extra time, Germany briefly took a 2-1 lead that was taken off the board because of a VAR review that determined a foul occurred before the go-ahead score.
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Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
30 June 2026
Investigators also discovered 661 dog collars in a barn area where authorities believe euthanasia activity may have occurred, the sheriff said.
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Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning.
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Ca Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
29 June 2026
Items available for distribution and purchase may sell out early, and waiting times may occur depending on on-site conditions.
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Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
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Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
30 June 2026
Investigators also discovered 661 dog collars in a barn area where authorities believe euthanasia activity may have occurred, the sheriff said.
—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning.
—
Ca Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
29 June 2026
Items available for distribution and purchase may sell out early, and waiting times may occur depending on on-site conditions.
—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for occur
happen
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That was a normal action in football that happened by accident.
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This is the business end, and this is the stage where, in my opinion, the big players step forward and the big players carry the pressure and make things happen.
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“Occur.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/occur. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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