transpired
Americanadjective
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(of events) having taken place.
If it weren't for a few recently transpired events, this may have very well been a day of celebration.
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emitted or given off through the surface, as of the body, leaves, or porous material.
Recycling transpired water in the greenhouse can reduce water requirements for the plants inside it by as much as 90 to 99%.
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Environmental Science. relating to or being a panel or sheet having perforations allowing the passage of air heated by solar energy.
The transpired air collector—a metal sheet with tiny holes to pull air through—takes advantage of the sunlight to heat the building on a cold Colorado day.
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Alas, the old girl couldn’t compete with the assortment of crises that transpired during the show’s three-week hiatus, including the once-in-a-lifetime comedy opportunity presented by explosive headlines about explosive diarrhea.
From Salon ● Jul. 14, 2026
However, it later transpired the suppliers of the extension's specially-made bifold doors were never paid, and they couldn't hand them over.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
Quebec Premier Christine Frechette said she was "deeply shaken by the tragic events," while urging people to "avoid speculation," about what transpired.
From Barron's ● Jun. 22, 2026
The termination of the workers who lack due process job protections, including some teachers, transpired without an announcement but has been confirmed by officials.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2026
Though no such felicitous circumstance transpired, still I walked with light enough step.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson
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