as in to surface
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly
a new issue has just cropped up in the campaign
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This month as more complaints surfaced, the board may consider removing Daugherty and one of the board’s four members, according to a draft agenda for a special meeting scheduled for last Thursday.—
Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2025
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The Securities and Exchange Commission and Federal Trade Commission were also scrutinizing the company after the problems surfaced in Sturgis.—
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But some conservationists are expressing wide ranging concern about the unintended consequences that could arise as researchers continue to try and resurrect versions of extinct animals.—
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Your passion must propel you forward when obstacles arise.—
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The 22-year-old third baseman/outfielder was barely on the radar for most Chicago fans when he was put into the Tucker trade but quickly emerged as a trade piece worthy of lasting regret, earning his spot on Houston’s big-league roster after only 32 minor-league games.—
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When asked which of these individuals would be their preferred choice for the party’s nomination in 2028, Vance again emerged as the frontrunner with 44% of Republicans choosing him.—
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The incident with Lauren had understandably raised questions on whether Weezer’s set would still happen.—
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There was a feeling that the country was coming out of a massive crisis and that global institutions had a responsibility to help rebuild the country, strengthen its healthcare system, and make sure an outbreak like this could never happen again.—
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“Crop (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crop%20%28up%29. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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