happen by
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Enabling most close races to be called by the Friday after election day by providing more precise data on unprocessed ballots in those contests, Alexander said, is also not likely to happen by November.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026
That is supposed to happen by Aug. 18, but talks can be extended indefinitely if both sides agree.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
She said she was on the ground to prevent "tensions escalating" and the protests passed without serious incident and "that did not happen by accident".
From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026
That’s basically what Morgan Stanley warned would happen by summer if peace isn’t declared soon.
From MarketWatch ● May 11, 2026
As sure as I was that Stef was a goner if the rescue didn’t happen by tomorrow.
From "Adrift" by Paul Griffin
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