ARISES Synonyms: 149 Similar and Opposite Words

arises

verb

present tense third-person singular of arise

as in rises

to leave one's bed the travelers arose before dawn and were on their way as the sun came up

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as in emerges

to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly note in your report any problems that arise while you are conducting the experiment

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as in begins

to come into existence it is not known exactly how mammals arose, but scientists date the earliest mammals to the Triassic period

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as in ascends

to move or extend upward slowly the hot-air balloon arose, and the round-the-world flight was begun

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Recent Examples of arises In late 2023, Isabella was diagnosed with a medulloblastoma—a common malignant brain tumor that arises in the cerebellum, a part of the brain located at the base of the skull. — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Aug. 2026 So, when the next challenge arises, managers can move past superficial symptoms and identify the underlying organizational roadblocks. — Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 The issue arises when dust, pet dander, and other debris collect around the TV’s vents. — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 23 Aug. 2026 The working-out of that vision, by way of experience that arises from her sudden change of circumstances, is the movie’s emotional and intellectual heart, its main line, abstract in form but altogether concrete in the decisions that result. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 19 Aug. 2026 Amazon is shutting down the option for US consumers to file a class action lawsuit against the company if a dispute arises. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 17 Aug. 2026 According to the Sepsis Alliance — a nonprofit dedicated to understanding the life-threatening condition that arises from an infection in the body — some patients can experience post sepsis syndrome. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 10 Aug. 2026 Medical oversight is therefore important for identifying potential complications, managing anesthesia and bleeding, and responding if an unexpected issue arises. — Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026 The issue arises when that focus—that fixation—starts to interfere with the rest of your life. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2026

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The damage to the sport, in terms of lost revenues and fan disengagement, rises the more games that are missed.

— Evan Drellich, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
That stored energy could then be recovered when electricity demand rises.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026

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Currently, free agency begins five days after the World Series, with no expiration on when players can sign.

— Evan Drellich, New York Times, 28 Aug. 2026
That window begins either with their first year in college or the year following their 19th birthday, whichever comes first.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of begins

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Norway’s crown prince ascends to the throne after the death of his father, King Harald V.

— Violet Jira, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2026
The ride also plays an announcement warning guests that failure to keep hands and arms inside the vehicle will result in removal from the park, as the ride ascends to the large drop, PEOPLE confirms.

— Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of ascends

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Tinder is making a similar bet with its Events tab, which surfaces local outings such as trivia nights, ceramic classes, and beach tennis.

— Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026
Magnet Forensics unveiled Magnet AI this spring, an engine that surfaces artifacts in seconds and writes investigative summaries from the evidence.

— Lars Daniel, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026

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Fonseca Porto Siroco Extra Dry White Port Crisp as a new dollar bill with delicate floral and bitter notes, this bottling takes its name from the Mediterranean wind that originates in North Africa.

— Joseph Hernandez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026
Private capital and foreign governments are still building on mRNA, and a growing share of the world’s programs now originates in China.

— Jeff Coller, STAT, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of originates

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As tuition climbs and federal oversight tightens on low-earning programs, a new tool lets families compare outcomes across California campuses.

— Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
Maintenance and repair costs on a new car already run about 11 cents a mile, and that figure climbs as a vehicle ages and mileage increases.

— Emily Mercer, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

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