occurred
Americanadjective
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having happened or taken place.
With this pause feature on the timer, you don't have to reset your current session because of any occurred interruption.
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having appeared or presented itself.
The area is a naturally occurred sand dune system covering two square kilometers.
verb
Etymology
Origin of occurred
First recorded in 1890–95; occur + -ed 2 for the adjective senses; occur + -ed 1 for the verb sense
Example Sentences
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Notice this same appearance, with multiple doji candles, occurred at short-term tops in October and January.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Using this method, they identified a solar proton event that likely occurred sometime between the winter of 1200 CE and the spring of 1201 CE, a period marked by unusually intense solar activity.
From Science Daily • May 14, 2026
The attempted incursion by Iranian forces occurred on May 2, according to a Kuwait army spokesman, who said the next day that four people had tried to enter the country by sea and were apprehended.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
Officials were quick to denounce supposed efforts by the People’s Republic of China to influence U.S. policy, noting that Wang’s alleged involvement occurred before she was elected to public office.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
“Tarte Philippe, the indescribable dessert . . .” Penelope stopped, for it occurred to her that it might be wise to downplay her firsthand knowledge of this tasty treat.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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