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Definition of “arise

arise (əˈraɪzPronunciation for arise

Definitions

verb

Word forms: arises, arising, arose, arisen
(intr)
  1. to come into being; originate
  2. (foll by from) to spring or proceed as a consequence; result  ⇒ guilt arising from my actions 
  3. to get or stand up, as from a sitting, kneeling, or lying position
  4. to come into notice
  5. to move upwards; ascend

Word Origin

Old English ārīsan;  related to Old Saxon arīsan,  Old High German irrīsan; see rise

Usage examples

  • I'll come back to you if I may, should any other queries arise.
    Fraser, Anthea, The Gospel Makers (1994)
  • Nor did any problems arise inside the ISS, which was left untended for only the third time in its history during the spacewalk.
    New Scientist (2004)
  • But they would be wise to keep their cool if problems arise and have some cash on the sidelines in case buying opportunities arise.
    Globe and Mail (2003)
  • Where special problems arise , there may sometime be special directions.
    Glasgow Herald (2001)
  • In adult life situations can arise which seem like action replays of childhood experiences.
    Dorothy Rowe, BEYOND FEAR (2002)

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