happening

Example Sentences

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Wowed but not fooled, for everyone understood what was happening inside Muybridge’s machine: Still photos were displayed one after the other.

From Slate • May 25, 2026

“We don’t know exactly what has been happening, but most charities that were helping us have been closing,” said Jean Muhindo, who lives in a Bunia refugee camp.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

“You’re putting money on the outcome of potential events happening or you’re betting on certain probabilities with respect to future events.”

From Salon • May 24, 2026

"I think it's the kids' rights to speak to their parents, both parents, anytime they feel they need to or want to and that's not happening at the moment."

From BBC • May 23, 2026

I found myself zoning out in class, wondering what was happening to her.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott