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happening

[hap-uh-ning] / ˈhæp ə nɪŋ /


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The researchers also looked beyond symptoms to understand what was happening inside the body.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

It forbids therapists from insisting on spreading their personal views through confidential, sensitive conversations with trusting minors happening behind closed doors.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

When management moved her to a later audience, she discovered there were multiple performances happening simultaneously because her new entrance time was only slightly later than her original.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

“It’s crazy to think this is happening again,” King told People in the new interview.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Something strange seemed to be happening inside him.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville