occurs

Example Sentences

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El Nino, which occurs around every two to seven years, shifts normal weather patterns on land, bringing drought to some places and heavy rains elsewhere.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The researchers found that these activated T cells gather in the lining of the small intestine, placing them in an ideal position to respond quickly when damage occurs.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

No comeback of this caliber occurs without something like supernatural help, and the fates of Madison Square Garden did their part on Tuesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

It never occurs to George that his sheep are as invested in finding out whodunit as he is.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

This is the first time it occurs to me that a couple of lifelong churchgoers might feel pretty weird that their grandson is having a bar mitzvah.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman