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occurred

The correct spelling is occurred.

How to pronounce occurred

/əˈkɜːd/
verb

IPA: /əˈkɜːd/

Say it like: Occ-urr-ed

The correct spelling is occurred. To happen or take place. For example: "The liftoff will occur in exactly twelve seconds."

Usage Examples

The liftoff will occur in exactly twelve seconds.

I will write if the opportunity occurs.

The chemical monofluoroacetate occurs in all parts of Dichapetalum cymosum, and is responsible for its toxic effects.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To happen or take place.
  2. 2.To present or offer itself.
  3. 3.To come or be presented to the mind; to suggest itself.
  4. 4.To be present or found.

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