happen upon
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
About two-thirds of people say they just happen upon health and wellness information from influencers, rather than actively look for it.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Films are now in theaters for shorter amounts of time, meaning Young doesn’t happen upon as many movies as he used to.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2024
No special equipment or ingredients needed, but if you happen upon a bag of Reese’s miniature pretzel cups, my neighbors and I give them our enthusiastic approval.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 27, 2024
You might happen upon a less celebrated gem, like his early Stravinsky or his late Pergolesi, his “Fierrabras” or his “Khovanshchina.”
From New York Times • Jun. 23, 2023
Sitting here waiting for something or someone to happen upon her wasn’t an option.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
