as in happening
to take place
let me know when the lunar eclipse is scheduled to occur
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Recent Examples of occurring
This naturally occurring element is inescapable, but there are simple ways to decrease the risks.
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Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
Inside, guests milled about on multiple levels where pre-dinner receptions were occurring.
—Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 Apr. 2026
The greenest rose is a naturally occurring China rose known as Viridiflora (literally, green flower).
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 Apr. 2026
Their numbers vary from year to year, with population explosions occurring every few years, says Owen.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Its naturally occurring compounds, including oxalates, may also be a consideration for people prone to kidney stones.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2026
Ibogaine is a naturally occurring compound found in a shrub native to Africa.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026
Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
Inside, guests milled about on multiple levels where pre-dinner receptions were occurring.
—Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 Apr. 2026
The greenest rose is a naturally occurring China rose known as Viridiflora (literally, green flower).
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 Apr. 2026
Their numbers vary from year to year, with population explosions occurring every few years, says Owen.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Its naturally occurring compounds, including oxalates, may also be a consideration for people prone to kidney stones.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2026
Ibogaine is a naturally occurring compound found in a shrub native to Africa.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for occurring
happening
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Though such meetings between rulers have been happening for centuries, they have been formalized in the modern era, and contemporary state visits usually follow a predictable pattern.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
26 Apr. 2026
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The event, happening through April 27, is the ideal time to invest in high-quality seasonal bedding thanks to the thousands of discounts on comforters, quilts, sheets, and pillows.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Occurring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/occurring. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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