as in happens
to take place
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Recent Examples of occurs
The upsurge in violence after Oseguera Cervantes’ killing occurs as some indicators in Mexico’s security situation seemed to be improving.
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Angélica Durán-Martínez, The Conversation, 24 Feb. 2026
Sickle cell disease occurs in about one out of every 365 Black or African American births.
—Marissa Evans, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
If and when that investment occurs, Westhoff said, the entire Wedgwood area, which includes Wedgwood West and Wedgwood East in addition to Wedgwood Square, could see a revitalization.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Feb. 2026
Acute compartment syndrome, a medical emergency, sometimes occurs after a severe injury and can cause permanent damage.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 23 Feb. 2026
Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle begins to slide uncontrollably on wet roads.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 23 Feb. 2026
If discomfort occurs, Wright suggests taking it during a meal rather than before or after.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 23 Feb. 2026
This always occurs around the summer months.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 23 Feb. 2026
Sometimes when a transition like this occurs, the front office continues its normal operation through the new regime’s first NFL Draft, and meaningful changes take place only afterward.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 23 Feb. 2026
Angélica Durán-Martínez, The Conversation, 24 Feb. 2026
Sickle cell disease occurs in about one out of every 365 Black or African American births.
—Marissa Evans, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
If and when that investment occurs, Westhoff said, the entire Wedgwood area, which includes Wedgwood West and Wedgwood East in addition to Wedgwood Square, could see a revitalization.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Feb. 2026
Acute compartment syndrome, a medical emergency, sometimes occurs after a severe injury and can cause permanent damage.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 23 Feb. 2026
Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle begins to slide uncontrollably on wet roads.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 23 Feb. 2026
If discomfort occurs, Wright suggests taking it during a meal rather than before or after.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 23 Feb. 2026
This always occurs around the summer months.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 23 Feb. 2026
Sometimes when a transition like this occurs, the front office continues its normal operation through the new regime’s first NFL Draft, and meaningful changes take place only afterward.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for occurs
happens
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The food and drink As with most of the smaller Parisian hotels, all the food and drink action happens in the same place—the property’s entrance is designed to be a comfortable lounge, bar, and breakfast area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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If your phone heats up while running AI, imagine what happens inside a massive data center.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Occurs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/occurs. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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