as in happening
to take place
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Recent Examples of occurring
An extreme cold warning is issued when dangerously cold air temperatures or wind chill values are expected or occurring.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 8 Feb. 2026
Also not yet fully understood are the interactions with naturally occurring planetary waves and atmospheric cycles such as the Arctic Oscillation and the El Niño Southern Oscillation.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
Instead of shakes and booms, Fleet Space’s node system relies on the naturally occurring vibrations of the earth and the sound waves created by those walking upon it.
—Lauren Steele, The Atlantic, 7 Feb. 2026
The school systems also must be able to demonstrate this is occurring via detailed budget reporting and monthly expenditure reporting.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 1 Feb. 2026
Many naturally occurring substances, like lead or cyanide, can be toxic if consumed even in small amounts.
—Gary Kirkilas Ii, Boston Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
Republicans in the hearing largely targeted Walz and his leadership, placing blame for the fraud occurring under his watch.
—Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 8 Jan. 2026
Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Massive delays have impacted thousands of travelers in recent days, with some of the most severe disruptions occurring in Chicago, New York and New Jersey.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2025
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 8 Feb. 2026
Also not yet fully understood are the interactions with naturally occurring planetary waves and atmospheric cycles such as the Arctic Oscillation and the El Niño Southern Oscillation.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
Instead of shakes and booms, Fleet Space’s node system relies on the naturally occurring vibrations of the earth and the sound waves created by those walking upon it.
—Lauren Steele, The Atlantic, 7 Feb. 2026
The school systems also must be able to demonstrate this is occurring via detailed budget reporting and monthly expenditure reporting.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 1 Feb. 2026
Many naturally occurring substances, like lead or cyanide, can be toxic if consumed even in small amounts.
—Gary Kirkilas Ii, Boston Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
Republicans in the hearing largely targeted Walz and his leadership, placing blame for the fraud occurring under his watch.
—Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 8 Jan. 2026
Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Massive delays have impacted thousands of travelers in recent days, with some of the most severe disruptions occurring in Chicago, New York and New Jersey.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for occurring
happening
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While the Super Bowl halftime show is happening on NBC and Peacock, Turning Point USA is hosting an alternative halftime show for viewers at home.—
Maria Francis,
Oklahoman,
8 Feb. 2026
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That difference — that scissor that is happening in the sled — is what gives you steering.—
Jayson Jenks,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Occurring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/occurring. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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