as in events
something that happens
life is full of random occurrences
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Recent Examples of occurrences
Ethiopia faced the most shutdowns, either partial or total, recording 30 occurrences within the period.
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Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 29 Sep. 2025
The comic told of a group of girls at a scout camp that is surrounded by supernatural occurrences and creatures.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2025
Renner says longer-lasting strong blob events tend to have greater effects on wildlife, and the ongoing one has not been present nearly as long as some past occurrences.
—Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2025
But there are chilling accounts and ghostly occurrences, a 20-piece package called Halloween Legends and Lore, that somehow seems more real in this setting.
—Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Those two occurrences are extreme, but not unusual.
—Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Plantains, jambalaya and curry are all common occurrences on the menu.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2025
It’s been a while since an NFL game was subjected to a ratings-eroding meteorological disruption, but such occurrences are hardly rare.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The occurrences grew more aggressive over time, with the Smurls' 75-pound German shepherd getting slammed into a wall and Jack getting attacked while praying.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 29 Sep. 2025
The comic told of a group of girls at a scout camp that is surrounded by supernatural occurrences and creatures.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2025
Renner says longer-lasting strong blob events tend to have greater effects on wildlife, and the ongoing one has not been present nearly as long as some past occurrences.
—Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2025
But there are chilling accounts and ghostly occurrences, a 20-piece package called Halloween Legends and Lore, that somehow seems more real in this setting.
—Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Those two occurrences are extreme, but not unusual.
—Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Plantains, jambalaya and curry are all common occurrences on the menu.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2025
It’s been a while since an NFL game was subjected to a ratings-eroding meteorological disruption, but such occurrences are hardly rare.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The occurrences grew more aggressive over time, with the Smurls' 75-pound German shepherd getting slammed into a wall and Jack getting attacked while praying.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for occurrences
Noun
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In celebration of the new store, Primark is planning to host a series of events throughout opening weekend.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Oct. 2025
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According to research by Groundwork USA, a national network of environmental nonprofits, the amount of rainfall during intense precipitation events in the Midwest has increased by 42% since 1956.—
Tamia Fowlkes,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Kershaw may be in slightly new surroundings, but some things don’t change.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
4 Oct. 2025
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For more on the Dallas Cowboys and all things NFL, head over to Newsweek Sports.—
Reice Shipley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The statistics also mark a sharp increase in shooting victims under the age of 18, with the NYPD accounting for an 80% jump in incidents since the law was enacted in 2018.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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Others were sent to Miami’s Krome Detention Center—another facility that has been the site of disquieting incidents.—
Jon Lee Anderson,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Under normal circumstances, he could be trusted to keep the Ravens afloat.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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In these circumstances, pragmatism has merit.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Since the premiere interval reset with the release of the new batch of episodes, there are still 64 days left in Season 2’s window to continue climbing on the most popular list.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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According to Variety, each celebrity contestant earns approximately $125,000 for rehearsals and the first two episodes.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Keep scrolling to know the fashion happenings of the week.—
Essence,
Essence,
29 Sep. 2025
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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,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Occurrences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/occurrences. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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