Transpire
(verb)
- To happen, occur, or take place.
- To occur, take place, or come about.
- To come to pass, take place, or occur, especially as a result of a particular sequence of events or circumstances.
Origin:
Mid 17th century: from latin transpirare, from trans- "through" + spirare "breathe".
Examples:
- It is unclear what will transpire in the future.
- Many events have transpired since we last saw each other.
- What transpired at the meeting remains confidential.
- The truth of what had transpired was revealed in the investigation.
- It was a shocking turn of events when it transpired that the CEO had embezzled funds.