happen upon Synonyms

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find unexpectedly

While wandering through the forest, we happened upon a secluded waterfall.
Upon exploring the attic, she happened upon a forgotten treasure trove of old photographs.
During their sightseeing tour, they happened upon a charming medieval village nestled amidst rolling hills.
As they strolled along the beach, they happened upon a pod of dolphins leaping from the waves.
In the labyrinthine city streets, he happened upon an antique shop hidden down a narrow alleyway.
Lost in thought, she happened upon a beautiful garden that offered a tranquil respite.
While hiking through the mountains, they happened upon a breathtaking vista that stretched out before them.
As they navigated the dense jungle, they happened upon an abandoned temple overgrown with vines.
In the bustling market square, she happened upon a skilled potter creating intricate ceramics.
While researching their family history, they happened upon a long-lost document that revealed a fascinating connection to their ancestors.

find unexpectedly

chance (upon), meet, run across, run upon,encounter, stumble (upon),run into, light (upon), greet, confront

evade, evade,avoid, shake, escape, shake, avoid, escape, shun, dodge

While wandering through the forest, we happened upon a secluded waterfall.

Upon exploring the attic, she happened upon a forgotten treasure trove of old photographs.

During their sightseeing tour, they happened upon a charming medieval village nestled amidst rolling hills.

As they strolled along the beach, they happened upon a pod of dolphins leaping from the waves.