happen

Example Sentences

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“It is a country on the brink of terminal crisis. People don’t know what’s going to happen next, and most have almost no hope that things will actually improve.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Before that, there were no rules about when companies must respond and what would happen if they didn't.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

A story whose very premise ensures that little can happen poses a narrative challenge.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Thankfully, many of my own anchor ingredients happen to be fairly budget-friendly: rice, greens, sweet potatoes, carrots, onions, lemons, tortillas, cabbage, beans, eggs, chicken thighs, coconut milk, good olive oil and sourdough.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

“Just . . . ask him what was about to happen and why he’s blowing me off? Like, no big deal?”

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison