transpire
Example Sentences
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Carney added he was awaiting a response from Air Canada’s board about why this was allowed to transpire.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
Analysts are split about whether that sort of transaction could still transpire in the near term.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 3, 2026
That does not look like it will transpire, as personal terms between City and the player are not expected to be an issue.
From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026
Each, it will transpire, carries a burden of guilt dating from the invasion.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2025
What on earth of importance could transpire in so dingy a place?
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
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