as in happened
to take place
how did all this come about?
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for came about
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While there is no way to know if that account is historically accurate, what happened after their deaths is easier to confirm.—
Lucas Aulbach,
The Courier-Journal,
24 Dec. 2024 -
The last time that happened was when Ryan Johansen returned to Columbus after being traded to the Nashville Predators midway through the 2015-16 season.—
Aaron Portzline,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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The Razorbacks’ marquee win came against a Playoff team in Tennessee, but that didn’t spark a surge at all.—
Dan Santaromita,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
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Shortly after, came the US Olympic trials.—
Paras J. Haji,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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No further details have been shared regarding identification of the body or speculation as to what occurred, as the investigation is ongoing.—
Shyla Watson,
People.com,
24 Dec. 2024
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Wettest Rain accumulating in a half-inch or more has occurred twice since 1872, according to the National Weather Service.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
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