occur

(verb) come to pass. Synonyms: happen, hap, go on, pass off, pass, fall out, come about, take place. Examples: "What is happening?." "The meeting took place off without an incidence." "Nothing occurred that seemed important."

(verb) come to one's mind; suggest itself. Synonyms: come. Examples: "It occurred to me that we should hire another secretary." "A great idea then came to her."

(verb) to be found to exist. Examples: "Sexism occurs in many workplaces." "Precious stones occur in a large area in brazil."