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happenchance

noun

Definition of happenchance

as in accident

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Recent Examples of happenchance The Wilson New York onslaught—including billboards of Stefanos Tsitsipas adorning the city advertising the new Blade— isn't happenchance. — Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2021

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Noun

Near-death experiences are frequently triggered by a life-threatening event, such as cardiac arrest, traumatic brain injury or a car accident.

— Michael Collins, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
The Unicorn Gundam wasn’t chosen by accident either; like the Nu Gundam, the Unicorn Gundam is one of the most popular designs in terms of model kit and toy sales.

— Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of accident

Noun

He was projected as a late-round draft pick in 2026, and another productive season, along with further development in the SEC, could boost his chances for a lasting NFL career starting in 2027.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 25 Aug. 2026
Then, there will be another chance for some showers Friday into Saturday as a cold front approaches.

— Bill Kelly, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of chance

Noun

Other complicating factors can include things like child custody, income, housing and other circumstances that can make domestic survivors feel stuck.

— Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 31 Aug. 2026
Biz2Credit also considers the circumstances, particularly for seasonal businesses or companies seeking financing to smooth out short-term cash flow irregularities.

— Carson Brunson, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of circumstance

Noun

The catastrophe follows similar floods last year and underscores how a rapidly warming Himalaya — with faster glacier melt and extreme weather — is turning vital river corridors into deadly hazard zones.

— Niranjan Shrestha, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Many schools have strict regulations against certain electronics and appliances in order to keep campus safe from fire hazards and other concerns.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2026

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