Occur Definition

occur
verb
  1. come to pass; "What is happening?"; "The meeting took place off without an incidence"; "Nothing occurred that seemed important"
  2. come to one's mind; suggest itself; "It occurred to me that we should hire another secretary"; "A great idea then came to her"
  3. to be found to exist; "sexism occurs in many workplaces"; "precious stones occur in a large area in Brazil"

"Occur" in song lyrics

See how occur is used in real songs:

  • "When you step into the scene, expect what will occur"
    2Mex f/ Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Xololanxinco — Doctors, Drums and Danger
  • "Spur the moment, sparks of truth will occur"
    2Mex f/ Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Xololanxinco — Doctors, Drums and Danger
  • "Dump til the clip empty, watch the outcome occur"
    40 Glocc f/ Sam Scarfo — Where Them Hammers At

Words that rhyme with occur

Usage tips for "occur"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "occur" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for occur to find words that pair well.

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