- present tense form of arise (3rd person singular).
arises
Example Sentences
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That means that Indiana’s law and others like it will force the courts to figure out which state law to apply when a clash arises.
From Slate ● Aug. 28, 2026
The advantage of having readily accessible cash in retirement is that you’re prepared if an unexpected expense arises.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 8, 2026
Finland's Interior Minister Mari Rantanen said she had started preparations for restoring internal border checks "if the need arises".
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
The peculiar notion that Mr. Culkin could be—or rather could symbolize—the Lord arises in a conversation about one of the boys’ potential loss of faith.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
The condition that arises when the muscle that connects the kneecap to the shin bone becomes irritated due to overuse, especially from jumping activities.
From "The Crossover" by Kwame Alexander
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