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happen

[hap-uhn] / ˈhæp ən /


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But he also said it took focused leadership to make that happen.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

At a house where a construction worker dumped lumber onto the sidewalk, Phillips strode up and asked what the thought would happen to the scrap pile.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

More than that, I worried what would happen when it came out.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Sad things happen to the characters, but the sole moment of high tragedy occurs during a meeting of Russell’s wine club.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

You will get through your entire shift without another telephone call; it won’t happen again.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse