Dictionary entryCEFR B1verb
occur
IPA pronunciation: /əˈkɜː/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
происходить, случаться, встречаться
English definition
To happen, especially without being planned, or to exist or be found somewhere.
Example
The accident occurred late at night.
Collocations
- occur to someone
- frequently occur
- occur naturally
- occur during
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