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happenchance

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[hap-uhn-chans, -chahns] / ˈhæp ənˌtʃæns, -ˌtʃɑns /

noun

  1. happenstance.

Etymology

Origin of happenchance

First recorded in 1875–80; happen + chance

Example Sentences

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That we're not just here by happenchance, and we want to know that we're powerful.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2024

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