Serendipitous Discoveries

verb to find or encounter something unexpectedly

adverb in a way that is unexpected or by chance

• During my research, I came across a rare manuscript from the 15th century.
• I came across your old yearbook while cleaning out my closet.
• I came across this cool new band on Spotify.
• After years of searching, she finally came across the answer to her question.

noun a source of illumination

verb to come across or discover by chance

• During their research, the scientists were able to light upon a groundbreaking discovery.
• I happened to light upon a great deal on my way to work today.
• I never expected to light upon such a cool vintage store in this neighborhood.
• After years of searching, she finally lighted upon the answer to her existential questions.

verb to find or encounter something unexpectedly or by chance

• During my research, I happened to stumble upon a rare manuscript in the library archives.
• I was just browsing the internet and stumbled upon this cool new website.
• I was walking through the park and totally stumbled upon this hidden gem of a coffee shop.
• Sometimes in life, we stumble upon unexpected opportunities that can change our path.