as in happens
to take place
please tell me what transpired on the night of October 1
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2025 -
Hydroplaning happens when a vehicle starts sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2025
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As this occurs, the leaves and flower gradually push upwards out of the bulb and ground.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2025
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Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when your body isn't able to properly use insulin.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Transpires.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transpires. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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