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Definition happen to do something in British English

happen to do something phrase

phrase
1

to do something by chance

Example

I happened to meet an old friend in town.

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2

used for asking something politely

Example

Do you happen to have a pen I can borrow?

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3

used for expressing an opinion firmly, because you are angry

Example

I happen to live here too - don't leave your rubbish everywhere!

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Definition happen to do something in British English