Synonyms of occur

Verb


1. happen, hap, go on, pass off, occur, pass, fall out, come about, take place

usage: come to pass; "What is happening?"; "The meeting took place off without an incidence"; "Nothing occurred that seemed important"

2. occur, come, become

usage: come to one's mind; suggest itself; "It occurred to me that we should hire another secretary"; "A great idea then came to her"

3. occur, appear, come along

usage: to be found to exist; "sexism occurs in many workplaces"; "precious stones occur in a large area in Brazil"

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Definition and meaning of occur (Dictionary)