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as in to emerge
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly note in your report any problems that arise while you are conducting the experiment

Synonyms & Similar Words

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Synonym Chooser

How does the verb arise differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of arise are derive, emanate, flow, issue, originate, proceed, rise, spring, and stem. While all these words mean "to come up or out of something into existence," arise and rise may both convey the fact of coming into existence or notice but rise often stresses gradual growth or ascent.

new questions have arisen
slowly rose to prominence

In what contexts can derive take the place of arise?

The words derive and arise are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, derive implies a prior existence in another form.

the holiday derives from an ancient Roman feast

Where would emanate be a reasonable alternative to arise?

While in some cases nearly identical to arise, emanate applies to the coming of something immaterial (such as a thought) from a source.

reports emanating from the capital

How do flow and spring relate to one another, in the sense of arise?

Flow adds to spring a suggestion of abundance or ease of inception.

words flowed easily from her pen

When might issue be a better fit than arise?

The meanings of issue and arise largely overlap; however, issue suggests emerging from confinement through an outlet.

blood issued from the cut

When is it sensible to use originate instead of arise?

Although the words originate and arise have much in common, originate implies a definite source or starting point.

the fire originated in the basement

When would proceed be a good substitute for arise?

The words proceed and arise can be used in similar contexts, but proceed stresses place of origin, derivation, parentage, or logical cause.

advice that proceeds from the best of intentions

When can spring be used instead of arise?

In some situations, the words spring and arise are roughly equivalent. However, spring implies rapid or sudden emerging.

an idea that springs to mind

When is stem a more appropriate choice than arise?

The synonyms stem and arise are sometimes interchangeable, but stem implies originating by dividing or branching off from something as an outgrowth or subordinate development.

industries stemming from space research

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of arise As Melissa and Shauna face off in the present day, this debate arises again. Esther Zuckerman, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025 However, the real conflict arose when the man decided to pay off Amy’s student loans as a birthday gift, involving her mother in the process. Ashley Vega, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025 Many scandals arise from the occasion of these activities, and adulteries and other outrageous crimes are committed as a clear offence to God, a very serious danger to the souls of those committing them, and a pernicious example to others. The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 27 Mar. 2025 Various other mini-scandals arose, including a plagiarism one, and some users complained that the moderators—volunteers who are experts in their respective fields—held too much power. Sheon Han, Wired News, 27 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for arise
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arise
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  • In a post on Reddit, the woman said that her husband, 53, woke her up on her birthday to tell her there was a surprise waiting downstairs.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
  • For Harry’s traditional friends, being woke was not a good thing.
    Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 19 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • So Is Trump being played or will something tangible emerge?
    Domenico Montanaro, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Wildfires explained by Ginger Zee Powerful winds and wildfire warnings persist in several states, with some areas still fighting existing flames, as a new cross-country storm emerges in the Pacific Northwest on Friday.
    Kenton Gewecke, ABC News, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Desir had won 24 consecutive matches to begin the season.
    Alex Kushel, Sun Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Increasingly, those searches begin online, in industry communities, and on professional platforms.
    Rhea Wessel, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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  • The Thai breakout star has risen to fame after landing his first major on-screen acting gig playing Gaitok on season 3 of The White Lotus.
    Liza Esquibias, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Elation, however cautious, rose in the early days of the cease-fire.
    Eric Nagourney, New York Times, 23 Mar. 2025
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  • The limited series, which premiered on Wednesday, launches with two episodes and rolls out the remainder of its eight episodes weekly.
    Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
  • The financial technology company rolled out its sports prediction market ahead of the 2025 Super Bowl only to withdraw the contracts from the public after just one day.
    Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 19 Mar. 2025
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  • Other names could surface before the Vikings go to training camp in late July.
    Steve Silverman, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • The new round of revocations comes as reports surfaced that Biden is looking to reenter the political arena.
    Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Mar. 2025
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  • The child of Nigerian immigrants living in Britain, Jim says the project is an effort to carve out a musical identity for other first-generation Black Brits whose parents originate from Africa or the Caribbean.
    Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Stand Downs originated during the Vietnam War as safe retreats where combat units could rest, recover, and enjoy camaraderie in a secure environment.
    Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
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  • No major-league reliever has made more appearances across the past two seasons than Abreu, who now ascends to a setup role after Ryan Pressly’s departure.
    Chandler Rome, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Lhakpa Gelu ascended the peak with supplemental oxygen.
    Jayme Moye, Outside Online, 21 Mar. 2025

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“Arise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arise. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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