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as in fashionable
being in the latest or current fashion
those are some happening duds, man
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as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the downtown theater district is a happening place this autumn
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as in popular
enjoying widespread favor or approval
that might be a happening outfit right now, but not on a woman who'll never see 40 again
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as in experience
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
the President's visit to the school was a real happening for teachers and students alike
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as in event
something that happens
gave a detailed account of all the happenings of the weekend
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as in occurring
to take place
did anything exciting happen over the summer?
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Recent Examples of happening
Craig Hlavaty, Houston Chronicle, 16 Feb. 2018
In any case, these days, the most happening stuff is often happening between the floats.
—NOLA.com, 1 Feb. 2018
Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2024
Keep scrolling for all the latest fashion happenings.
—Essence, 22 Nov. 2024
Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Managers who carry on as if the holidays aren’t happening can end up doing harm to employee morale.
—Adrian Gostick, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Waco was already a happening place before the Gaines began remodeling homes.
—Craig Hlavaty, Houston Chronicle, 16 Feb. 2018
In any case, these days, the most happening stuff is often happening between the floats.
—NOLA.com, 1 Feb. 2018
Noun
Here are 16 festive happenings and holiday celebrations in Orlando to experience this year.
—Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2024
Keep scrolling for all the latest fashion happenings.
—Essence, 22 Nov. 2024
Verb
Gen Z, known as digital natives of technology, see work and life seamlessly happening across personal and professional spaces through technology.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Managers who carry on as if the holidays aren’t happening can end up doing harm to employee morale.
—Adrian Gostick, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for happening
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With crunchy red fruit, racy acidity, a light tannic structure and distinctive minerality, its profile has been fashionable for a while, especially amongst younger drinkers.Paul Caputo, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The majority of consumers (66 percent) say clothes made primarily from cotton are the most fashionable.Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 12 Dec. 2024
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TikTok is popular for its scrolling algorithm and allows users to post videos between three seconds and 10 minutes long.Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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Indeed, liberty poles had been popular during the Whiskey Rebellion.Joseph Thorndike, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Egypt's extended experience in peacekeeping missions in Africa and elsewhere provides crucial support to the counterterrorism capabilities of the Somali armed forces and the concerted efforts of the Somali government and people to rebuild their country.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Kudrow said that all of her Friends castmates — Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, David Schwimmer, Matt LeBlanc, and Perry — made her viewing experience endlessly enjoyable.Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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The panel pointed out that the Secret Service, already stretched thin by the demands of a presidential campaign, was tasked with protecting two high-profile individuals that day—Trump and first lady Jill Biden, who was attending a nearby event.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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There is no way to buy it, and mothers can only get it for free by participating in events.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Can't Stop Change is currently available to book for community and educational screenings occurring February 2025 and beyond.Colleen Hamilton, Them, 11 Dec. 2024
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In addition, the user might have stated that physics is altered, maybe telling the AI to pretend that the action is occurring on the Moon or Mars.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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In early November, Crawford shared an Instagram post showcasing a glowy, makeup-free look, natural hair, and a comfy yet stylish sleep camisole to promote her skincare line Meaningful Beauty.Tabitha Parent, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Excellent traction is ideal for winter conditions, and this supportive boot is casually stylish, too.Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
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After a slow and frustrating start to the week missing out on Juan Soto and Fried, the Red Sox were busy on Wednesday.Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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The park has been gradually reopening since July 2022, and weekends are busy enough that rangers urge visitors to make parking reservations at least a day ahead (details below).Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
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Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs.Matthew Fairburn, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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These are just a few of the fandom names stans worldwide have given themselves to honor their favorite celebrities.Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Happening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happening. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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