1. to happen or take place
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘occur’
2. to be found or present in a particular place or situation
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘occur’
3. to come to mind; to be thought of
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘occur’; usually used with ‘to’

Examples

• The accident occurs at the same intersection every month.
• Rain occurs frequently in the Pacific Northwest.
• This species occurs naturally in tropical climates.
• The mineral occurs in several locations throughout the region.
• It occurs to me that we forgot to lock the door.
• The thought never occurs to him to ask for help.
• A brilliant idea occurs to her during the meeting.