happened

[ˈhæpənd]

happened Definition

• 1. to take place, occur
• 2. to befall or come to one
• 3. to occur as a result of something

Using happened: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "happened" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  What happened to your car?

• Example

  I don't know what happened.

• Example

  It happened so fast that I couldn't react.

• Example

  The accident happened at the intersection.

happened Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for happened

• occurred
• befell
• transpired
• took place
• came about

Phrases with happened

• it just so happened

  a phrase used to describe an event that occurred by chance or coincidence

  Example

  It just so happened that I was in the right place at the right time.

• whatever happens

  a phrase used to express a willingness to accept any outcome or consequence

  Example

  I'm ready for whatever happens.

• make it happen

  a phrase used to encourage someone to take action and achieve a goal

  Example

  We need to make it happen if we want to succeed.

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Summary: happened in Brief

'Happened' [ˈhæpənd] means to take place or occur, and can also refer to something that befalls or comes to someone. It is often used to describe events that occur unexpectedly or as a result of something else. Common phrases include 'it just so happened,' 'whatever happens,' and 'make it happen.'