transpired
Example Sentences
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The event, it transpired, had not been viewed as paid professional work.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
Alas, the old girl couldn’t compete with the assortment of crises that transpired during the show’s three-week hiatus, including the once-in-a-lifetime comedy opportunity presented by explosive headlines about explosive diarrhea.
From Salon ● Jul. 14, 2026
Quebec Premier Christine Frechette said she was "deeply shaken by the tragic events," while urging people to "avoid speculation," about what transpired.
From Barron's ● Jun. 22, 2026
What transpired down under was a more nuanced set of conditions, far more akin to what we would expect in the UK.
From BBC ● Jun. 2, 2026
She wanted to know every single thing that transpired with her darling girl.
From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman
