Transpire

usgb/trænˈspaɪər/
verb

To happen or take place, especially being revealed or made known.

The meeting transpired without any major decisions being made.
Visual representation of "transpire" - To happen or take place, especially being revealed or made known.

Often appears as...

  • event transpired
  • meeting transpired
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Unexpected Outcome

Use 'transpire' to suggest events unfolded in an unexpected or surprising way.

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It transpired that the quiet student was actually a talented musician.
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Past Revelations

Often used when past events or truths come to light unexpectedly.

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It transpired that the records were falsified years ago.
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Not Immediate

Indicates that what happened was not seen or known as it happened but understood later on.

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As the weeks went by, it transpired that our efforts were in vain.
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