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as in fashionable
being in the latest or current fashion
those are some happening duds, man
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as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the downtown theater district is a happening place this autumn
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as in popular
enjoying widespread favor or approval
that might be a happening outfit right now, but not on a woman who'll never see 40 again
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as in experience
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
the President's visit to the school was a real happening for teachers and students alike
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as in event
something that happens
gave a detailed account of all the happenings of the weekend
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as in occurring
to take place
did anything exciting happen over the summer?
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Recent Examples of happening
Craig Hlavaty, Houston Chronicle, 16 Feb. 2018
In any case, these days, the most happening stuff is often happening between the floats.
—NOLA.com, 1 Feb. 2018
Erika Owen, Vogue, 7 June 2025
Newspapers, once only a platform to distribute daily happenings, are continuing to inspire, only in a different guise.
—Samantha Tse, CNN Money, 30 May 2025
Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
The most significant innovation in labor may now be happening in the shift economy—in hospitals, retail stores, and restaurants—among workers who never had the option to work from home.
—Nirit Cohen, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Waco was already a happening place before the Gaines began remodeling homes.
—Craig Hlavaty, Houston Chronicle, 16 Feb. 2018
In any case, these days, the most happening stuff is often happening between the floats.
—NOLA.com, 1 Feb. 2018
Noun
There’s something a little bit magical happening with weatherproof sofas and couches right now.
—Erika Owen, Vogue, 7 June 2025
Newspapers, once only a platform to distribute daily happenings, are continuing to inspire, only in a different guise.
—Samantha Tse, CNN Money, 30 May 2025
Verb
As companies begin to pull back on orders, which is happening already amid the uncertainty related to overseas manufacturing costs and domestic consumer demand, lower supply will potentially serve as a force sending prices higher.
—Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
The most significant innovation in labor may now be happening in the shift economy—in hospitals, retail stores, and restaurants—among workers who never had the option to work from home.
—Nirit Cohen, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for happening
Adjective
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The brand offers a wide range of fashionable options, featuring more than a dozen colors and print styles, some available at a discount.—
Jené Luciani Sena
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FOXNews.com,
16 June 2025
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The challenge of finding fashionable, seasonal attire, however, becomes a thing of the past after a glance at Amazon Outlet’s summer fashion deals.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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In addition to localizing popular Korean IPs into remakes, True CJ will also continue to develop original content, with CJ ENM HK supporting the rollout of these titles across the region.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
13 June 2025
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The Dreamliner is popular for international routes, with the 787-8 configuration fitting up to 248 passengers, according to Boeing.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
13 June 2025
Noun
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Silvia Garcia, who held this role globally at Coca-Cola, told me the most important part is aligning people’s experience with the values the company claims to stand for.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Hartford Courant Juneteenth Jamboree in New Haven Friday, June 20, 7 p.m. at the Alexander Clark Stage on the New Haven Green Jumpstart your two-week Festival experience with a performance that pays homage to the Juneteenth holiday and celebrates our collective dedication to harmony and truth!—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2025
Noun
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In the final days leading up to the event, the White House made an unusual request.—
Anne Flaherty,
ABC News,
14 June 2025
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In addition to the Leo's message played on the park's big screen, the event will include words from people who knew Leo.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
Verb
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For example, humpback whale songs increased dramatically over the study period, with detections occurring 34% of days at the beginning to 76% by the end.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2025
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This article has been amended to say the protests are occurring on March 14.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Designed to blend effortlessly with your favorite pieces, this stylish bag extension offers a fresh, customizable twist to elevate your everyday look.—
Essence,
Essence,
13 June 2025
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Our destination was Cuyama Buckhorn, a roadside motel that in recent years has been made over into a stylish resort with vintage flourishes, such as bocce courts and firepits ideal for roasting s’mores.—
David Amsden,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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For him, a slow summer simply means lazy days and not being busy, just enjoying the summer.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
16 June 2025
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Volunteer security personnel helped gather people back to the sidewalks and helped pedestrians cross busy intersections.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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She’s cited Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Miss Saigon as some of her own favorite musicals.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
9 June 2025
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Host Cynthia Erivo was perhaps my favorite look of the evening: a Schiaparelli ensemble.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
9 June 2025
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“Happening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happening. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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