emerge
verb (used without object)
to come forth into view or notice, as from concealment or obscurity.
had emerged
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past perfectof emerge.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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Balogun had emerged as a late target after Guinea-Bissau frontman Beto completed a permanent move to Serie A club Fiorentina.
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026
Within around 10 years, 87 home‑grown brands had emerged from the industrial cluster.
From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026
After four years, however, clear differences had emerged.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 13, 2026
Throughout the playoffs, the 7-foot-4 prodigy from France had emerged as the NBA’s next great superstar.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 6, 2026
Two riders had emerged from the tidy little camp beneath the castle, and were coming toward them at a slow walk.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
