Definitions

are

[ahr, er] / ɑr, ər /

VERB

exist

Synonyms

STRONG

abide act breathe continue do endure hold inhabit last live move obtain persist prevail remain rest stand stay subsist survive

WEAK

be alive go on have being have place

Antonyms

STRONG

cease depart die discontinue forsake give up go halt idle leave lose pass quit refuse reject stop

VERB

happen

Synonyms

STRONG

befall occur transpire

WEAK

come about come to pass take place

Example Sentences

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Indeed, even without its central gimmick, “Company Retreat” would still make a decent sitcom; there are funny characters speaking funny lines; there’s some good slapstick.

From Los Angeles Times

An estimated 50% of sterile medical devices in the U.S. are treated with ethylene oxide.

From Los Angeles Times

The judges are expected to give their verdict in June.

From BBC

An Audi spokesperson said: "We are aware of the recent media reports. There is no official update from our side at this point in time and we do not comment on speculation."

From BBC

"What we are facing is not a small challenge. Currently the entire world is challenged," Tinubu said at the top of their meeting.

From Barron's