Unexpected Discoveries

noun a possibility of something happening

verb to find or meet someone or something unexpectedly or by chance

• During my walk in the park, I chanced upon an old friend whom I hadn't seen in years.
• I was just walking around and I chanced upon this cool little cafe.
• I was just wandering around and by chance, I stumbled upon this awesome thrift store.
• Sometimes in life, we chance upon unexpected opportunities that can change our path.

verb to encounter or find unexpectedly

preposition used to indicate finding or discovering something by chance

• During our expedition, we unexpectedly came upon a hidden cave filled with ancient artifacts.
• I was just walking through the park when I came upon a lost puppy.
• I was driving around aimlessly when I came upon this cool new taco truck.
• After years of hard work, I finally came upon the opportunity of a lifetime.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

verb A word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being.

preposition A word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence.

• During my research, I happened upon a rare manuscript in the library archives.
• I was just walking through the park and happened upon an old friend from high school.
• I can't believe we happened upon free concert tickets on our way to the mall!
• Sometimes in life, we happen upon unexpected opportunities that can change our path.

adjective describing a person or thing that is not thought to be involved in a particular situation or event

• The investigation revealed an unsuspected connection between the two companies.
• I never knew they had such an unsuspected friendship.
• It was totally unsuspected that they would end up dating.
• The storm brought with it an unsuspected wave of emotions.

verb past tense of the verb 'know', expressing surprise or disbelief

interjection used to express surprise or wonder

• Who knew that the experiment would yield such groundbreaking results?
• Who knew that Sarah could sing so well?
• Who knew that party would be lit?
• Who knew that taking that risk would pay off in the end?