1
a
: to begin to occur or to exist : to come into being or to attention
Problems arise when people try to avoid responsibility.
A conflict arose because of a misunderstanding.
Questions have arisen concerning the company's financial records.
He can defend himself should the need arise. [=if it becomes necessary to do so]
b
: to originate from a source
arteries that arise from the aorta
a river that arises from two main sources
2
: to get up or stand up : rise
He arose from his chair.
especially
: to get up from sleep or after lying down
He arose (from bed) refreshed after a good night's sleep.
3
: to move upward : ascend
A mist arose from the valley.
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We were whisked around in golf carts, engaged in happy banter at the bar and felt accommodated when last-minute changes or requests arose.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026
Some version of this problem arose when Seattle and Dallas eliminated the Avs, but there was compelling evidence to stick with the coach, given Valeri Nichushkin’s absences and Gabe Landeskog’s injury.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
Merger & Acquisition readiness is about preparing thoughtfully and strategically so that when the opportunity arises, the business is ready to step into its next chapter.
—Terri Eagle, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Dandruff, on the other hand, arises from an overgrowth of a yeast called malassezia that’s commonly found on the scalp.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 27 May 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026
Some version of this problem arose when Seattle and Dallas eliminated the Avs, but there was compelling evidence to stick with the coach, given Valeri Nichushkin’s absences and Gabe Landeskog’s injury.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
Merger & Acquisition readiness is about preparing thoughtfully and strategically so that when the opportunity arises, the business is ready to step into its next chapter.
—Terri Eagle, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Dandruff, on the other hand, arises from an overgrowth of a yeast called malassezia that’s commonly found on the scalp.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 27 May 2026
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“Arise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arise. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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