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  3. Happen Upon Definition

Happen Upon Definition

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verb

To accidentally encounter a person or situation; to chance upon , happen on or stumble across .

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Synonyms:
  • Synonyms:
  • come across
  • chance-upon
  • light upon
  • come-upon
  • strike
  • fall-upon
  • discover
  • attain
  • chance on

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Words Ending With

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